Lactamide

Lactamide (2-hydroxypropanamide) is an alpha-hydroxy acyclic amide used in cosmetics and humectants. Falls under HTS 2924.19.11.50 as other acyclic amide, not excluded as enzyme or coloring matter. Chemically defined per Chapter 29(a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2922.50Lower: 16.5% vs 28.7%

If amino-function dominant

If structure emphasizes amino-acids, shifts to amino-function compounds.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 28.7%

If for cosmetic formulations

Prepared mixtures for specific use exclude from pure Chapter 29 compounds.

2915.90.20.00Higher: 30.5% vs 28.7%

If lactic acid derivative

Oxygen-function acid classification if amide not principal characteristic.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm hydroxy group doesn't qualify as oxygen-function priority; provide end-use statement if cosmetic-bound; avoid retail packing misclass to 3300s

Related Products under HTS 2924.19.11.50

Acetamide

Acetamide is a simple acyclic amide derived from acetic acid, with the formula CH3CONH2, used as a solvent and in organic synthesis. It falls under HTS 2924.19.11.50 as an acyclic amide that is neither aromatic nor specifically provided for elsewhere in the subheading. This chemically defined compound meets Chapter 29 note (a) for separate organic compounds.

Propionamide

Propionamide (CH3CH2CONH2) is an acyclic amide used in pharmaceutical intermediates and polymer production. Classified under HTS 2924.19.11.50 as a non-aromatic acyclic amide not elsewhere specified. It qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29.

Butyramide

Butyramide (C3H7CONH2) serves as a chemical intermediate in synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fragrances. It is an acyclic amide classified in HTS 2924.19.11.50, distinct from aromatic amides or carbamates. Meets criteria as chemically defined acyclic amide.

Dimethylacetamide (DMAC)

Dimethylacetamide is an acyclic amide solvent (CH3CON(CH3)2) used in pharmaceuticals and fibers. HTS 2924.19.11.50 covers this as other acyclic amide derivative, chemically defined and not a mixture. Common industrial solvent fitting chapter scope.

N-Methylacetamide

N-Methylacetamide is a monosubstituted acyclic amide used in peptide synthesis and as a reagent. Classified HTS 2924.19.11.50 as other acyclic amide, meeting purity and chemical definition requirements of Chapter 29.

Valeramide

Valeramide (pentanamide) is an acyclic amide intermediate for surfactants and lubricants. HTS 2924.19.11.50 applies to this straight-chain amide as 'other' non-aromatic. Pure compound per chapter notes.