Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Lactone from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Food grade requires USP/NF certificate; pharma grade needs DMF filing
• Particle size specification critical for dissolution rate compliance