PEG-100 Stearate from Canada
PEG-100 stearate is polyethylene glycol (100) ester of stearic acid, hydrophilic emulsifier for oil-in-water creams. HTS 2915.70.01 as stearic acid ester despite polymer chain. HLB 18.8 super-wetter.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Molecular weight distribution confirms PEG-100
• HLB value documentation for emulsifier claims
• Ethylene oxide residual <1 ppm FDA limit