Industrial Glucono-δ-lactone Bulk Bags from Japan
Bulk glucono-δ-lactone packaged in 25kg bags for industrial food manufacturing, specifically classified under HTS 2932.20.50.20 as the named lactone. Used in large-scale tofu production and canned meat processing for texture control and preservation. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds without added stabilizers beyond transport needs.
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
• Use ISPM-15 certified pallets for bulk bags; fumigation certificates required for wooden packaging
• Declare exact CAS number (90-80-2) on commercial invoice to match HTS specificity
• Avoid 'anticaking agent' additives exceeding Chapter 29 note (f) limits to prevent reclassification