Polysorbate 80 (Tween 80) from China
Polysorbate 80 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier used in pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. It qualifies under heading 3402 as an organic surface-active agent forming transparent emulsions. Classified in HTS 3402.90.50 as other surface-active agents.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include USP/EP grade certifications if for pharma use to support clean classification
• Distinguish from food additives via end-use declaration to avoid Chapter 38