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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cosmetic grade requires heavy metal analysis (<10ppm)
• pH stability testing prevents hydrolysis during transit
• Differentiate from galactonic acid (non-lactone form)