Ascorbyl Palmitate NF Grade from Japan
Fat-soluble ester derivative of ascorbic acid and palmitic acid, used as antioxidant in cosmetics and foods. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as Vitamin C derivative per Chapter 29 ester rule (classified with later compound). Provides lipophilic vitamin C activity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide esterification confirmation via HPLC certificate showing ≥95% purity
• Distinguish from pure palmitic acid esters via vitamin activity documentation
• Comply with cosmetic ingredient import requirements if destined for Chapter 33 products