Peptone Broth Powder from Japan
Peptone broth powder consists of hydrolyzed meat or casein proteins used as a nutrient base in microbiology labs. It is classified under HTS 3504.00.50 as peptones and derivatives nesoi for laboratory and fermentation applications. Not covered as finished media or medicaments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify hydrolysis degree and source (e.g
• casein/meat) in commercial invoice for accurate heading 3504
• Lab reagent declarations help; ensure no therapeutic claims to avoid Chapter 30