3913.10.00.00/Food Grade Propylene Glycol Alginate/Japan

Food Grade Propylene Glycol Alginate from Japan

Food-grade PGA ester of alginic acid, meeting FCC standards, in powdered form for ice cream stabilization. HTS 3913.10.00.00 covers this alginic ester in primary form. Prevents ice crystal formation and improves mouthfeel.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include FDA prior notice and GRAS affirmation; kosher/halal certs helpful

• Pitfall: exceeding ester limits risks 3912 reclassification