Technical Grade Glycine for Cosmetics from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

14.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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