Galactonolactone from Japan
Galactonolactone, derived from galactose oxidation, is a six-membered lactone with oxygen heteroatom classified under HTS 2932.20.50. Applications in cosmetics and enzyme inhibition.
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
• Cosmetic grade requires heavy metal analysis (<10ppm)
• pH stability testing prevents hydrolysis during transit
• Differentiate from galactonic acid (non-lactone form)