L-Ascorbic Acid 2-Glucoside from Japan
This stable vitamin C derivative features the ascorbic acid lactone ring glycosylated at position 2. Classified as aromatic lactone under HTS 2932.20.3000 per U.S. note 3 specifications. Used in cosmetics for skin brightening.
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
• Submit NMR spectra confirming lactone ring integrity post-glycosylation,Document stability characteristics meeting chapter preservative requirements,Avoid retail packaging that could trigger Chapter 33 cosmetic classification