DL-Cysteine Hydrochloride

DL-Cysteine hydrochloride is the racemic mixture salt of cysteine, featuring the characteristic organo-sulfur thiol group. Classified under HTS 2930.90.92.10 as it matches the specific subheading for cysteine hydrochloride, a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 notes. Used in biochemical research and as a reducing agent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2922.50Higher: 16.5% vs 3.7%

If for the non-salt DL-cysteine base form

Base amino acids without salt modification classify under later heading 2922 per classification rules.

3002.90Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If pre-mixed into immunological or pharmaceutical preparations

Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of heading 3002 per chapter note 2(e).

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If diluted beyond standard transport concentrations

Solutions exceeding 'normal for safety/transport' per note (e) may classify as preparations in 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Submit stereochemistry documentation (DL vs L-form) to customs for accurate HTS verification

โ€ข Avoid anti-dusting agents that could render it suitable for specific use, per chapter note (g), risking reclassification

โ€ข Register as a chemical import with TSCA if for industrial use in the US

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