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Hydrous Lanolin for Emollients from Japan

Hydrous lanolin containing 25-30% water, derived from wool grease for use in lip balms and emollient bases. It hydrates while protecting skin. Under HTS 1505.00.90.00 as other wool grease derivatives.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify water content percentage in invoices to distinguish from anhydrous

• Comply with cosmetic import regs including stability testing

• Package in consumer-ready units if for retail to avoid bulk fat misclassification