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