Pantolactone from Mexico
Pantolactone, a five-membered lactone used in pantothenic acid synthesis, contains oxygen heteroatom only and falls under HTS 2932.20.50. Essential intermediate for vitamin B5 production.
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
• Optical purity (>98% D-form) certification required for pharma use
• Hygroscopic nature requires sealed aluminum-lined drums
• Avoid racemic mixture declarations which command lower pricing but different uses