Triethanolamine Lactate from Japan
Triethanolamine lactate, formed from triethanolamine and lactic acid, acts as a humectant in skincare formulations. It is classified in HTS 2922.19.90.00 as a salt of the amino-alcohol triethanolamine, following rules for organic salts in Chapter 29. Pure form excludes retail mixtures.
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
• Lactate content verification via HPLC; avoid 'lactic acid neutralizer' misnomer
• Stable packaging (HDPE drums); declare stabilizer if added per note 1(f)