Cosmetic Grade Hexylene Glycol USP/NF from Japan
Pharmaceutical/cosmetic grade hexylene glycol meeting USP/NF standards, classified as the pure diol under HTS 2905.39.60.00. Used as humectant and solvent in personal care formulations.
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
• Include USP/NF certificate of analysis; cosmetic grade still classified as chemical, not finished cosmetic
• FDA cosmetic notification may be required if re-exported in finished products; maintain bulk chemical status
• Avoid retail packaging - bulk drums preserve Chapter 29 classification vs Chapter 33 consumer goods