L-Tyrosine

L-Tyrosine is a para-hydroxyphenyl derivative of phenylalanine, an aromatic amino acid with amino-acid oxygen function, covered by HTS 2922.49.30.00 under additional U.S. note 3. It serves as a precursor for neurotransmitters and thyroid hormones.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2922.50Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If phenolic function predominates

Presence of phenolic OH may qualify as multiple oxygen functions, classified later per chapter note 3.

2940.00.60.00Lower: 30.8% vs 31.5%

If imported as sugar ester salt

Sugar esters or salts of amino-acids fall under heading 2940 per chapter note 1(c).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide enantiomeric purity documentation; ensure not declared as food additive without FDA prior notice

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests mixture classification