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Food Release Stearic Acid FG-95 from Japan

95% stearic acid food grade FG-95 certified for pan release agents and bakery dough lubricants. Classified HTS 3823.11.0000 as industrial fatty acid meeting 21 CFR food additive requirements. Heat stable up to 200°C.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• File FDA Prior Notice for food contact substances; maintain 21 CFR 172.860 compliance records

• Segregate from non-food grade shipments