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Glyceryl Distearate from Japan

Glyceryl distearate, a diester with two stearic acid units (heading 2904), acts as a thickening agent in cosmetics. HTS 2905.49.20.00 for its glycerol polyhydric ester nature.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide HLB value and saponification number; declare self-emulsifying type; avoid bulk fat misclassification