L-Histidine from Japan
L-Histidine essential amino acid for histamine production and metal chelation in supplements. HTS 2922.49.49 despite imidazole ring, classified by amino acid function. Used in allergy research and 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
• Imidazole content doesn't trigger heterocyclic classification per chapter structure
• Chelate formation documentation for pharma applications
• Buffer properties require pKa declaration for research imports