PEG-100 Stearate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Molecular weight distribution confirms PEG-100
• HLB value documentation for emulsifier claims
• Ethylene oxide residual <1 ppm FDA limit