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PEG-40 Stearate from Japan

PEG-40 stearate is a polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in cosmetics. Classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid ester.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify ethylene oxide mole number (40) and HLB (15-17)

Provide 1,4-dioxane limits testing for PEG esters

Include heavy metals and preservative efficacy data

PEG-40 Stearate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2915.70.01.50