Dihydroxyacetone Dimer (DHA Dimer) from Mexico
DHA Dimer is the cyclic trimer form of 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, a stable ketone-alcohol used in self-tanning formulations to prevent oxidation during storage. Classified under HTS 2914.40.60.00 as it retains the core ketone-alcohol structure with oxygen functions. It dimerizes in solution but is imported as a white powder for reconversion to active DHA.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide stability data and dimer conversion specs in documentation; label as 'for further manufacturing' to avoid cosmetic mixture classification; watch for humidity control in shipping to prevent premature dimerization