Sorbitan Tristearate from China
Sorbitan tristearate is sorbitol-derived polyhydric alcohol esterified with three stearic chains from vegetable tallow. Acts as anti-crystallization agent in chocolate and fat-based products. HTS 3402.42.20.20 for vegetable fatty esters.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Reference FEMA GRAS 3034 and EU E492 for regulatory acceptance proof
• Test acid value <10 mg KOH/g to confirm purity from free fatty acids
• Use food-grade stainless drums; validate against 21 CFR 182.9853 specs