Aluminum Stearate from Germany
Aluminum stearate, a salt of stearic acid and aluminum, serves as a thickening agent in paints, inks, and grease formulations. It is classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as 'other' stearic acid salts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare gel strength and viscosity specs for grade verification
• Provide RoHS compliance for electronics manufacturing applications