PEG-100 Stearate from Japan
PEG-100 stearate is a polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid, used as a hydrophilic emulsifier for oil-in-water creams. Despite the polymer chain, it is classified as an ester of stearic acid under tariff item 2915.70.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the product is an ester of stearic acid and not a polymer of ethylene glycol
• Ensure it is not put up for retail sale as a cosmetic
• Provide a technical data sheet to support classification