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

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