Kolliwax GMS I (Glyceryl Stearate from Stearyl Alcohol) from Japan
Self-emulsifying glyceryl monostearate derived from stearyl alcohol, technically an ester but classified with parent alcohol under Chapter 29 note on esters. Used in pharma tablet coatings. HTS 2905.17.00.00 via ester classification rule.
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
• Reference Chapter 29 ester classification note (A) in ruling requests
• Provide fatty acid composition linking back to octadecan-1-ol origin
• Distinguish from food emulsifiers under Chapter 15 or 35