Stearic Acid Methyl Ester
Stearic acid methyl ester (methyl stearate) is the methyl ester of stearic acid, used in biodiesel production, cosmetics, and as a chemical intermediate. It qualifies under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' ester of stearic acid.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming C18 methyl ester composition
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Related Products under HTS 2915.70.01.50
Sodium Stearate
Sodium stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid, a saturated C18 monocarboxylic acid, classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as 'other' salts and esters of stearic acid. It is commonly used as a stabilizer in cosmetics, soaps, and food products.
Calcium Stearate Powder
Calcium stearate is the calcium salt of stearic acid, used as a lubricant, stabilizer, and release agent in plastics, rubber, and pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid salt.
Magnesium Stearate USP Grade
Magnesium stearate USP is a pharmaceutical-grade salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid salt meeting chapter purity standards.
Zinc Stearate Fine Powder
Zinc stearate is a zinc salt of stearic acid used as a heat stabilizer in PVC plastics and as a flatting agent in paints. Falls under HTS 2915.70.0150 as 'other' stearic acid salts.
Isopropyl Stearate
Isopropyl stearate is the isopropyl ester of stearic acid, used as an emollient in skincare formulations and cosmetics. Classified under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid ester.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
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.