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Glyceryl Stearate SE from China

Glyceryl stearate SE (self-emulsifying) is a mono/di-glyceride ester of stearic acid used in creams and lotions. Falls under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid ester per chapter ester classification rules.

Duty Rate — China → United States

42.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

• Specify HLB value and emulsification index for self-emulsifying grade

• Include microbial limits testing for cosmetic preservative claims

• Certify GMO-free if derived from vegetable stearic acid