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