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L-Glutamic Acid Monosodium Salt Hydrate from Japan

This is the hydrated form of monosodium glutamate, containing crystal water, used in food and pharma intermediates. It remains under HTS 2922.42.5000 as 'other' glutamic salts, as hydration does not alter the core chemical classification per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6211.3%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Specify hydrate water content in COA; ensure stability for transport

Avoid reclassification if anti-caking agents added beyond note 2(f) limits