Cosmetic TBHQ Antioxidant Pellets from Mexico
TBHQ pellets formulated for cosmetics act as a lipid peroxidation inhibitor in creams, lotions, and lip products, maintaining product integrity against atmospheric oxygen. As pure tert-Butylhydroquinone, it is classified under HTS 2907.29.25.00 per Chapter 29 for separate chemically defined polyphenols. Pelleted form aids precise metering in formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as cosmetic raw material with INCI name (TBHQ); provide stability data for customs; avoid retail packaging to stay in Chapter 29 vs consumer goods