Food Grade Stearic Acid 1840 from Mexico
Food grade stearic acid 1840 meets FCC standards as a saturated C18 fatty acid for chocolate coatings and release agents. It is classified under HTS 2915.70.0120 as pure stearic acid per chapter definitions.
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 FDA prior notice and GRAS affirmation letter; limit impurities to <2ppm arsenic
• Avoid: classifying with carriers as food additive mixtures