Sorbitol Hexaacetate from Mexico
Sorbitol hexaacetate is the fully acetylated form of the sugar alcohol sorbitol, used in polyester synthesis and carbohydrate modification. HTS 2940.00.60.00 covers this chemically pure sugar ester as sorbitol derivatives qualify under sugar alcohol ester definition. Provides reactive hydroxyl protection in polymer chemistry.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.2%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Test for sorbitol/manitol diastereomer content; Flash point 162°C requires proper hazmat declaration; Glass-lined containers prevent acetate migration during storage