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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2833.29Lower: 13.7% vs 40%

If containing >30% zinc oxide equivalent

High metal content salts classified as metal oxides rather than organic salts.

3209.90.00.00Higher: 40.9% vs 40%

If when incorporated into paint formulations

Finished paint products containing zinc stearate fall under Chapter 32.

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Import Tips & Compliance

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