PEG-1500 Distearate Wax from China
Polyethylene glycol 1500 distearate serves as an emulsifying wax in cosmetics and personal care formulations. Its poly(oxyethylene) backbone qualifies it under HTS 3404.20.00.00 as a chemically produced waxy product.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Submit cosmetic ingredient labeling to confirm PEG content >50% for 3404 classification
• Ensure not classified as finished cosmetic preparation under Chapter 33
• Provide HLB value documentation for emulsifier function validation