Levulinic Acid Lactone from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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