Cosmetic-Grade DHA Flakes from Mexico
Cosmetic-grade DHA flakes are 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone in flake form for easy dissolution in self-tanning lotions and sprays. Falls under HTS 2914.40.60.00 as a pure ketone-alcohol compound with added stabilizer only for transport per Chapter note (f). Purity exceeds 97% for consumer product formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Declare flake form and stabilizer content explicitly; use UN-approved packaging for chemical transport; test for microbial contamination common in hygroscopic powders