UV-Blocking Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Base from Mexico
Nano zinc oxide dispersion for mineral sunscreen formulations providing broad-spectrum UV protection. Falls under HTS 3206.49.30.00 as zinc oxide coloring preparation, though used for opacity and UV absorption. Transparent when applied despite white base.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from finished cosmetics (3304) by importing as bulk ingredient only
• Particle size analysis prevents reclassification as nanomaterial under special provisions
• FDA cosmetic notification required within 15 days of first import