Ethylhexyl Stearate from Mexico
Ethylhexyl stearate (octyl stearate) is a branched chain ester of stearic acid used in sunscreens and moisturizers. Classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as 'other' stearic acid esters.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
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
• Specify branched vs linear alcohol chain for ester identification
• Provide SPF boost data if marketed for sunscreen applications
• Ensure oxidative stability testing results