2922.49.49.50/L-Cysteine Hydrochloride Monohydrate/Japan

L-Cysteine Hydrochloride Monohydrate from Japan

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 — 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%

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Import Tips

• Specify monohydrate water content (8-12%) in CoA to match declared specifications

• GRAS affirmation letters speed FDA review for food contact applications

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