Glyceryl Monolaurate (Monolaurin) from Mexico
Monolaurin, or glyceryl monolaurate, is a glycerol ether with lauric acid, known for antimicrobial properties. It qualifies under HTS 2909.49.20.00 as a chemically defined glycerol ether. Used in food preservation and cosmetics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include microbial efficacy testing if marketed for preservation to support use claims
• Label clearly as 'not for direct food addition' if technical grade
• Avoid bulk packaging misclassification as industrial preparations under 3824