Calcium Alginate Granules from Japan
Calcium alginate consists of calcium salts of alginic acid in granular primary form, derived from brown algae for use in wound dressings and food applications. Classified under HTS 3913.10.00.00 as an alginic acid salt in primary form. It forms gels upon contact with sodium ions, ideal for biomedical uses.
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming calcium salt composition; watch for FDA registration if destined for medical use
• Avoid classifying as finished medical article to prevent duty hikes