Sorbitan Oleate Ethoxylate 20EO from Mexico
Polysorbate 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate 20EO) from vegetable oleic acid and sorbitol, nonionic for emulsions. Under HTS 3402.42.2050 as other non-ionic vegetable fatty surfactants. Widely used in pharma/ice cream stabilization.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• HLB 15.0 verification confirms nonionic emulsifier properties
• Peroxide value testing required for pharma/food grades
• Drum quantities only; small packs risk retail classification