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Pharmaceutical Grade Calcium Alginate from China

USP-grade calcium alginate powder for antacid tablets and encapsulation, sourced from controlled algae harvests. Classified under HTS 3913.10.00.00 as primary alginic salt. Offers slow-release properties for drug delivery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

24.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Provide USP certificate and microbial specs; DMF filing if applicable

Ensure not classified as finished dosage form