3402.42.20.20/Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS) Type I/Germany

Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS) Type I from Germany

GMS Type I is glycerol (polyhydric alcohol) monoesterified with stearic acid from vegetable sources, self-emulsifying grade. Primarily used in margarine and whipped toppings. Qualifies under HTS 3402.42.20.20 as non-ionic vegetable-derived ester.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Submit Certificate of Analysis showing monostearate content >90% and vegetable stearin source

• Comply with FDA 21 CFR 182.1505 for direct food additive affirmation

• Package in nitrogen-flushed drums to prevent hydrolysis during ocean transit

Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS) Type I from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3402.42.20.20