Food Grade Glycine Powder from Japan
Food-grade glycine (aminoacetic acid) is a pure amino acid used as a sweetener, flavor enhancer, and nutrient fortifier in beverages and processed foods. Classified under HTS 2922.49.43.00 as a separate chemically defined oxygen-function amino acid, compliant with Chapter 29 scope.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA food contact notification if used as additive; provide purity specs (>98%) and heavy metal test results
• Label as 'food grade aminoacetic acid' clearly; avoid bulk mixes that could shift to 3824 chemical mixtures