Lactamide from Japan
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).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6211.3%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm hydroxy group doesn't qualify as oxygen-function priority; provide end-use statement if cosmetic-bound; avoid retail packing misclass to 3300s