Isopropyl Salicylate from Mexico
Isopropyl salicylate is an ester of salicylic acid used in cosmetics as a solvent and fragrance fixative. It qualifies for HTS 2918.23.5000 as a separate chemically defined organic compound with carboxylic acid phenol function per Chapter 29 scope.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ensure stabilizer content doesn't render product suitable for specific use per Chapter 29 note (g); comply with REACH/TSCA chemical notification; use proper UN packaging for liquids