Bulk CoQ10 for Cosmetic Use from Mexico
High-purity Coenzyme Q10 designated for anti-aging cosmetics, still chemically ubidecarenone quinone. HTS 2914.62.00.00 applies to the pure compound regardless of end-use labeling. Imported for emulsion into creams.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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 intended cosmetic use but classify by chemistry; provide CIR safety data
• Pitfall: cosmetic claims triggering FDA cosmetic vs drug review