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Casein for Cosmetic Creams

Hydrolyzed casein as a moisturizing agent in skincare creams, classified under HTS 3501.10.5000 as other derivatives.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+20.0%20%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3304.99.50.00Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If in finished beauty preparations

Cosmetic creams with casein are Chapter 33.

3507.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If enzymatically modified for skin

Enzyme-modified proteins shift to 3507.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 20%

If medicinal skin treatments

Therapeutic creams go to Chapter 30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include INCI naming and safety data sheets for cosmetics

β€’ Avoid therapeutic claims to stay out of Chapter 30

β€’ Sterilize for microbial safety in personal care