Beta-Alanine Powder from Japan

Beta-Alanine is the beta-form isomer of alanine used primarily in sports nutrition supplements to enhance muscle carnosine levels. It qualifies under HTS 2922.49.4910 as 'other amino acids' specifically alanine (including its isomers).

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

4.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Label clearly as 'Beta-Alanine' (3-aminopropanoic acid) to distinguish from alpha-alanine

FDA NDI status required for new dietary ingredient notification in supplements