Bio-Based Glycerol 99.9% Pure
Ultra-pure glycerol from biodiesel byproduct, refined for biotech applications. Chemically identical to synthetic glycerol, classified under 2905.45.00.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol. Bio-origin irrelevant if meeting Chapter 29 purity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If biodiesel production byproducts not fully refined
Biodiesel-related mixtures classify in 3826 unless purified to Chapter 29 standards.
If partial esterification during refining
Any ester formation with acids shifts to 2915 per Chapter 29 ester classification rules.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include refining process documentation to distinguish from crude biodiesel glycerol (1520)
• Sustainability certifications helpful but chemical specs determine HTS classification
• For biotech use, align with USMCA rules of origin if from qualifying countries
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Refined Glycerol USP Grade
Pharmaceutical-grade glycerol, purified to USP standards for use in drug formulations, cosmetics, and food products. It is a chemically defined polyhydric alcohol falling under heading 2905 as an acyclic alcohol. This classification applies to pure glycerol meeting chapter 29 requirements for separate organic compounds.
Vegetable Glycerin 99.7% Pure
High-purity glycerol derived from vegetable oils, used in vaping liquids, food preservatives, and personal care. As a polyhydric acyclic alcohol, it precisely matches HTS 2905.45.00.00 for glycerol. Vegetable origin doesn't affect classification if chemically defined and refined.
Glycerol Pharmaceutical Grade PhEur
European Pharmacopoeia-compliant glycerol for medicinal applications like cough syrups and suppositories. This refined, chemically pure polyhydric alcohol is classified under 2905.45 as 'glycerol' per HTS hierarchy. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds.
Industrial Glycerol 99.5% Technical Grade
Technical-grade glycerol for industrial uses like antifreeze and resins, meeting minimal purity standards. As a distinct acyclic polyhydric alcohol, it falls squarely under HTS 2905.45.00.00. Stabilizers, if present, must be solely for preservation per Chapter notes.
Kosher Vegetable Glycerol FG Grade
Food-grade (FG) kosher-certified glycerol from palm, used in confectionery and beverages. Pure glycerol qualifies under 2905.45.00.00 as a polyhydric alcohol; certifications don't alter chemical classification. Meets Chapter 29 purity standards.
Glycerol with 0.2% Stabilizer
Glycerol containing minimal anticaking stabilizer for safe transport in powder-prone conditions. Allowed under Chapter 29 note (f) as necessary preservative, retaining 2905.45.00.00 classification. Remains a separate chemically defined compound.