D-Arabinose Powder from China
D-Arabinose is a chemically pure aldopentose sugar, epimeric at C-2 with D-ribose, supplied as a white crystalline powder for laboratory and research applications. It falls under HTS 2940.00.20.00 as a chemically pure sugar other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose, or fructose. This rare sugar is used in biochemical studies and as a reference standard.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming chemical purity and D-arabinose identity to avoid reclassification as general sugars
• Ensure proper labeling with CAS number (5328-37-0) and purity percentage for FDA and customs verification
• Declare as research chemical only; avoid health claims to prevent scrutiny under pharmaceutical regulations