Hexylene Glycol Monoether Derivative from Japan
Specialty ether-alcohol derived from hexylene glycol for cosmetic solvents. HTS 2909.49.60.00 covers unsaturated or branched ether-alcohols not specifically named. Chemically defined with documented ether-alcohol functional groups.
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
• Cosmetic grade requires heavy metals analysis (<10 ppm)
• Provide HLB value documentation for emulsifier/solvent dual function
• FDA indirect food contact notification if used in packaging adhesives