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Cosmetic Grade Stearic Acid Beads from Germany

Cosmetic grade stearic acid beads are spherical C18 monocarboxylic acid for cream emulsifiers, vegetable-sourced and low odor. HTS 2915.70.0120 applies as chemically defined stearic acid without chapter exclusions.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide EINECS number and safety data sheet for EU-sourced; test for peroxide value

Pitfall: Blends with emollients may classify as cosmetic preparations in 3304