Hydroquinone with Stabilizer (0.02% NaOH) from Mexico
Hydroquinone containing 0.02% sodium hydroxide stabilizer falls under HTS 2907.22.5000 per Chapter Note 1(f) for added stabilizers necessary for preservation. The minimal stabilizer prevents oxidation during transport without rendering suitable for specific use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer addition <0.1% as necessary for preservation per Chapter Note 1(f); provide stability test data
• Specify stabilizer does NOT render product suitable for specific use beyond general chemical applications
• Maintain stabilizer concentration logs; excess may trigger prepared chemical classification under 3824