Technical Grade Petrolatum from Canada
Technical grade petrolatum, a purified petroleum jelly for manufacturing cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and polishes, with controlled viscosity and color. Classified in HTS 2712.10.00.00 as it meets the definition of petroleum jelly before further processing into retail products. Commonly used as a base in industrial formulations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit congealing point (45-65°C) and UV absorbance tests to distinguish from waxes or oils
• Declare as 'bulk technical grade' on entry to avoid retail reclassification
• Monitor for FDA registration if destined for pharma compounding