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Isobutylparaben Technical Grade from Canada

Isobutylparaben (isobutyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) provides enhanced solubility characteristics compared to normal butylparaben in cosmetic formulations. HTS 2916.31.30.00 classification per additional U.S. note 3 for this benzoic acid ester.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

Distinguish from n-butylparaben via GC-MS analysis in laboratory certificate

Declare branched vs linear alkyl chain clearly to avoid misclassification

Verify importer's quota allocation before vessel loading

Isobutylparaben Technical Grade from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2916.31.30.00