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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

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.

3302.10Lower: 10% vs 40.5%

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.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 40.5%

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