PharmaCosmetic Diethylene Glycol from Japan
Cosmetic-grade 2,2'-Oxydiethanol used as humectant in moisturizers, lotions, and toothpaste formulations. Meets CTFA and USP-NF standards with microbial limits and heavy metals specifications. Classified under HTS 2909.41.00.00 as a separate chemically defined ether-alcohol.
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 microbial specification (TPC <100 cfu/g, Yeast/Mold <10 cfu/g) and ethylene glycol limit (<0.10%)
• Include Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) safety data and INCI nomenclature
• Ensure 1,4-dioxane levels <10 ppm per FDA cosmetic guidelines