Palmitic Acid Flakes
Palmitic acid flakes are the pure form of hexadecanoic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, used in cosmetics, food emulsifiers, and pharmaceutical creams. As a chemically defined organic compound, it is classified under this tariff item, which covers palmitic acid.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the palmitic acid is not mixed with other fatty acids in a way that would change its classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the purity and the absence of impurities that could affect classification
• Ensure the product is not put up in a form for retail sale that would classify it under another heading
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Aluminum distearate is the aluminum salt of stearic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used as a thickening agent in paints, greases, and cosmetics, and its classification under this tariff item follows the chapter rule that salts of organic acids are classified with the corresponding acid.
Calcium Stearate Powder
Calcium stearate powder is the calcium salt of stearic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used as a lubricant, stabilizer, and release agent in PVC plastics, pharmaceuticals, and concrete production. Under Chapter 29 rules, inorganic salts of organic acids are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound, which is this tariff item.
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Ethylhexyl stearate, also known as octyl stearate, is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and stearic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used as an emollient and solvent in sunscreens and hair conditioners. As an ester of stearic acid, it is classified under this tariff item, which covers stearic acid and its esters.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Glyceryl stearate SE is a mono/di-glyceride ester of stearic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, used as an oil-in-water emulsifier in creams and lotions. It is classified under this tariff item as an ester of stearic acid, following the chapter rule that esters of acid-function organic compounds are classified with the acid compound.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Isopropyl palmitate is the ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used as an emollient in skin care products with a dry, non-greasy feel. As an ester of palmitic acid, it falls under this tariff item, which covers palmitic acid and its esters.
Magnesium Stearate USP
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