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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification may apply for novel supplement uses
• Structure claims documentation (beta vs alpha) prevents reclassification disputes