Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol Blend (C16-18) from Canada
Cetearyl alcohol (mixture of cetyl C16 and stearyl C18 alcohols) used as opacifier and stabilizer in lotions, classified under HTS 2905.17.00.00 when containing the named alcohols. Common in emulsified cosmetic bases. Qualifies as Chapter 29 acyclic saturated monohydric alcohols.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify C16+C18 content percentage and ratio in commercial invoice for classification verification
• Include REACH/SDS documentation confirming no excluded Chapter 29 additives or impurities
• Avoid retail packaging which might trigger consumer goods classification