Behenic Alcohol Industrial Thickener from Mexico
C22 behenic alcohol mixture with trace C20-C24 alcohols for viscosity modification in industrial lubricants and coatings. Falls under HTS 3824.99.93.20 as exclusively C12+ acyclic monohydric alcohol preparation. Enhances shear stability in high-performance formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statement distinguishing from lubricant additives; confirm no glyceride content via saponification value test; comply with REACH if transshipping through EU