Pantolactone from Mexico
Pantolactone, a five-membered lactone used in pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) synthesis, classified under HTS 2932.20.50.50 for other oxygen-heterocycle lactones. Essential intermediate for vitamin production.
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
• USP/NF reference standards documentation for pharmaceutical intermediates
• Chiral purity specification (D-pantolactone vs racemic) affects classification consistency
• End-use declaration prevents classification as finished vitamin under 2936