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Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Lactone from Mexico

Ascorbic acid contains a five-membered lactone ring with oxygen hetero-atom, falling under HTS 2932.20.50.50 as other lactones. This essential vitamin is used in food supplements, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals for its antioxidant properties.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Include FDA Certificate to Foreign Government for food/pharma grade imports with full chemical specification

Provide stability data showing lactone ring integrity to prevent reclassification as polyhydric alcohol

Declare vitamin content accurately; misdeclaration as 'other organic compound' risks penalties

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Lactone from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2932.20.50.50