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Potassium Stearate Powder from Japan

Potassium stearate is the potassium salt of stearic acid used in liquid soaps, cements, and as corrosion inhibitor. More water-soluble than sodium salt. HTS 2915.70.01 organic acid salt classification.

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

K content 7-9% analytical confirmation

Hygroscopic - specify sealed packaging

pH 8-10.5 specification verification