Cosmetic Guar Gum Extract from China
Cosmetic guar gum extract from guar seeds serves as a natural thickener in lotions, shampoos, and creams for texture enhancement. HTS 1302.32.0020 applies to this unmodified vegetable mucilage, excluded from Chapter 33 odoriferous preparations. It provides shear-thinning properties ideal for personal care.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Certify free of essential oils to avoid Chapter 33
• Comply with cosmetic labeling if retail-packed