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Sodium Ascorbate Pharmaceutical Grade from Mexico

Sodium salt of L-ascorbic acid, more stable in liquid formulations, used in injectables and oral supplements. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 per Chapter 29 note on salts of organic compounds classified with the parent vitamin. Provides same Vitamin C activity with neutral pH.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) 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

Include salt content analysis confirming it's purely sodium ascorbate without other excipients

Provide pH and solubility data distinguishing from general chemical preparations

Comply with FDA import alerts on Vitamin C derivatives from high-risk countries