Potassium Stearate from Japan
Potassium stearate is the potassium salt of stearic acid, used in liquid soaps, cosmetics, and as a corrosion inhibitor. It falls under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid salt.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test and declare pH range (9-11) for aqueous paste forms
• Provide saponification value confirming stearic acid origin
• Include kosher/halal certification for food-grade applications