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Monopotassium Glutamate from Canada

Monopotassium glutamate is the potassium salt of glutamic acid, serving as a low-sodium alternative to MSG in food flavoring. Classified under HTS 2922.42.5000 as an 'other' salt of glutamic acid, it's imported as a powdered umami enhancer compliant with chapter notes for separate organic compounds.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6096.3%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% 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

Include lab tests confirming potassium content and absence of impurities; label as food-grade

Avoid pitfalls by not classifying as fertilizer if purity exceeds 99%