DL-Valine Feed Grade from Japan
DL-Valine Feed Grade is a branched-chain amino acid supplementing livestock rations for muscle development. Classified in HTS 2922.49.80.00 for its amino acid structure with single carboxyl oxygen function, meeting chapter requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.
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
• Test for optical purity if claiming L-form benefits; use tamper-evident bulk packaging for feed safety; declare exact DL ratio to prevent undervaluation