PharmaCosmetic Diethylene Glycol from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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