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Technical Grade Glycine for Cosmetics from Canada

Technical grade glycine (aminoacetic acid) serves as a humectant and pH adjuster in skincare creams and hair care products. It qualifies for HTS 2922.49.43.00 as a pure, chemically defined amino acid under Chapter 29 heading for oxygen-function amino-compounds.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

14.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) safety data; ensure <0.1% impurities for skin contact

• Declare exact use (cosmetic vs industrial) on entry; misdeclaration leads to audits

• Package in anti-dusting bags per Chapter Note (g) if needed, but avoid additives changing classification