Sorbitol in Diabetic Nutritional Mix from Japan
Sorbitol component in powdered nutritional supplements for diabetics, providing bulk without blood sugar spike. HTS 3824.60.00.00 as processed mixture containing sorbitol beyond primary forms. Used in meal replacement shakes.
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
• FDA structure/function claims require substantiation documentation
• Glycemic index testing prevents supplement misclassification
• Label polyol content to comply with nutrition facts requirements