USP Grade Propylene Glycol
High-purity propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol) meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for use in pharmaceuticals, food additives, and cosmetics. This chemically defined acyclic diol falls under HTS 2905.32.00.00 as a pure organic compound without impurities affecting its classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with water or stabilizers exceeding incidental levels
Mixtures of organic compounds not qualifying as pure under Chapter 29 notes classify as chemical preparations.
If imported as ≥70% mixtures in preparations for retail sale
Mixtures put up for retail sale as food preparations or cosmetics fall under Chapter 33.
If for heat transfer applications in ethylene/propylene glycol blends
Antifreeze preparations with significant petroleum additives classify under Chapter 27 hydrocarbons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming USP purity ≥99.5% to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Ensure proper labeling as 'propylene glycol USP' for FDA compliance in food/pharma applications
• Verify drum packaging meets UN standards for safe transport of this flammable liquid
Related Products under HTS 2905.32.00.00
Industrial Propylene Glycol 99.5%
Technical grade propane-1,2-diol with 99.5% purity for use in antifreeze, deicing fluids, and polymer production. As a separate chemically defined acyclic diol, it precisely matches HTS 2905.32.00.00 classification.
Cosmetic Grade Propylene Glycol
Propylene glycol specially purified for cosmetic formulations as humectant and solvent. Meets Chapter 29 note (a) as chemically defined organic compound suitable for multiple uses including personal care products under HTS 2905.32.00.00.
Food Grade Propylene Glycol FCC
Propylene glycol certified to Food Chemicals Codex standards for use as GRAS humectant in bakery, beverages, and confections. Pure chemical compound classification under HTS 2905.32.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (a).
Pharmaceutical Propylene Glycol USP/EP
Dual-certified USP/EP grade propane-1,2-diol for injectable formulations and oral syrup vehicles. Meets stringent impurity limits (heavy metals <5ppm) qualifying as chemically pure under HTS 2905.32.00.00.
Propylene Glycol Technical Grade 99%
99% minimum purity propane-1,2-diol for plasticizer, resin, and urethane production. Industrial chemical meeting Chapter 29 purity requirements for HTS 2905.32.00.00 classification.
Aircraft Deicing Propylene Glycol 98%
98% propylene glycol base for Type I aircraft deicing fluids meeting SAE AMS 1424 specs. Pure diol component imported separately qualifies under HTS 2905.32.00.00 before formulation.