L-Cysteine Hydrochloride Monohydrate from Canada
Despite being a salt, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride Monohydrate qualifies as an oxygen-function amino-acid under HTS 2922.49.4950 when not separately provided for. Used as a dough conditioner in baking and antioxidant in cosmetics.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Specify monohydrate water content (8-12%) in CoA to match declared specifications
• GRAS affirmation letters speed FDA review for food contact applications
• Avoid 'pharmaceutical grade' claims unless DMF filed to prevent drug classification