Niacin Sodium Salt from Japan
Sodium nicotinate, the sodium salt of niacin used in effervescent tablet formulations for improved solubility. Classifies under HTS 2936.29.16 per chapter note 5(C)(1) with the parent organic acid (niacin). Provides equivalent vitamin B3 activity with reduced gastric irritation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include salt equivalence calculation proving niacin content for duty assessment
• Provide ionization constant data confirming stability as organic salt vs dissociated form
• Declare counterion (sodium <12%) separately for elemental analysis compliance