Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Lactone from China
Ascorbic acid features an enediol-lactone structure with oxygen heteroatoms only, classified under HTS 2932.20.50. Used as antioxidant in food, pharma, and cosmetics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
16.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Food grade requires USP/NF certificate; pharma grade needs DMF filing
• Particle size specification critical for dissolution rate compliance