Alginic Acid Powder from Canada

Pure alginic acid in powdered primary form, extracted and purified from brown seaweeds like Laminaria species. Directly classified under HTS 3913.10.00.00 as alginic acid itself. Used in research, pharmaceuticals, and as a raw material for salt/ester production.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

14.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify as unmodified alginic acid via FTIR or NMR spectra; check for moisture content affecting weight declaration

Common error: confusing with synthetic polyacrylic acid

Alginic Acid Powder from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3913.10.00.00