PEG Dilaurate Emulsifying Wax NF
PEG dilaurate is a diester of polyethylene glycol and lauric acid, produced chemically with waxy properties. Its poly(oxyethylene) structure qualifies it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an artificial wax, provided it is not a surface-active agent.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for ABS copolymer production
Sibling item for poly(oxyethylene) waxes for ABS.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test the product's surface-active properties; if it reduces surface tension significantly, heading 34.02 may apply
• Provide the certificate of analysis showing the ester structure
• Confirm the product is not in a retail-sale cosmetic preparation
Related Products under Tariff item 3404.20.90
Lutrol E400 Polyethylene Glycol
Lutrol E400 is a liquid polyethylene glycol with a poly(oxyethylene) structure, chemically produced and waxy in character. Although liquid at room temperature, it qualifies as an artificial wax of poly(oxyethylene) under tariff item 3404.20.90 when not put up as a finished preparation.
PEG 1000 Monostearate Emulsifying Wax
PEG 1000 monostearate is a chemically produced ester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid, exhibiting waxy properties. Its poly(oxyethylene) backbone and artificial wax character place it under tariff item 3404.20.90 as an 'other' poly(oxyethylene) wax.
PEG-1500 Distearate Wax
PEG-1500 distearate is a diester of polyethylene glycol and stearic acid, produced by chemical synthesis with a waxy consistency. Its poly(oxyethylene) structure qualifies it as an artificial wax under tariff item 3404.20.90, provided it is not a surface-active agent.