DL-Methionine from Japan
DL-Methionine is a synthetic racemic amino acid with a thioether side chain but classified here due to its amino-carboxylic acid structure under HTS 2922.49.4950. Primarily used as an essential amino acid supplement in animal feed and human nutrition.
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
• Include AAFCO certification for animal feed grade to meet agricultural import requirements
• Declare exact DL vs L-form ratio as racemic forms have different bioavailability claims
• Ensure sulfur content <0.5% impurities to avoid hazardous material declarations