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Choline Bitartrate Powder from Japan

Choline bitartrate is the bitartrate salt of choline, a quaternary ammonium compound used in dietary supplements for brain health. It classifies under HTS 2923.90.0100 as a quaternary ammonium salt; Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1) places organic salts with the organic compound. Chemically defined per chapter scope.

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

FDA NDI status or GRAS for supplements; structure/function claims limited

USP grade certification avoids pharma reclassification