Celestolide Polycyclic Musk from Mexico
Celestolide offers floral-musky notes suitable for shampoos, body washes, and fine fragrances. Imported under HTS 2909.30.1000 as an artificial musk, it qualifies as a chemically defined aromatic ether per Chapter 29 note (a). This compound sees heavy use in personal care 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
• UV stabilizer declarations required; excess stabilizers violate note (f) preservation limits
• Aquatic toxicity data triggers EPA import review under TSCA Section 5
• Packaging must prevent solvent evaporation to maintain ether concentration