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Beta-Alanine from Japan

Beta-Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid used in sports nutrition for carnosine synthesis and performance enhancement. HTS 2922.49.49 covers this beta-positioned oxygen-function amino acid. Popular in pre-workout supplements.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification may apply for novel supplement uses

• Structure claims documentation (beta vs alpha) prevents reclassification disputes