Levulinic Acid Lactone from China
Levulinic acid lactone, a biomass-derived six-membered ring lactone with oxygen heteroatom, falls under HTS 2932.20.50. Used in green chemistry solvent applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
16.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Biomass origin certification enhances market value but requires C14 dating
• Corrosive to aluminum; stainless steel containers only
• Distinguish from keto-acid form which classifies differently