Refined Lanolin USP Grade from Mexico
Refined lanolin derived from wool grease, meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical and cosmetic use. It is a fatty substance obtained from sheep wool washing processes and purified for topical applications like creams and ointments. Classified under HTS 1505.00.90.00 as a fatty substance derived from wool grease, excluding mere denatured forms.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.4%
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
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificates and USP compliance documentation to avoid reclassification as crude wool grease
• Ensure supplier provides origin certificates, as wool grease derivatives may face country-specific restrictions
• Label shipments clearly as 'refined lanolin' to prevent customs confusion with animal fats in Chapter 15