Pharma Grade Palmitic Acid Powder from Mexico
Pharmaceutical grade palmitic acid powder meets USP/EP standards with <0.1% impurities, classified under HTS 2915.70.0110 as pure saturated monocarboxylic acid. Used as excipient in tablet formulations and emulsion stabilizers in injectables.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include Drug Master File (DMF) reference and GMP certificate for pharma imports
• Heavy metal content (<10ppm) and microbial limits must be documented for CBP review
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg; pharma grade typically requires smaller, controlled containers