Cetylstearyl Alcohol Moisturizer Blend from China
Cosmetic-grade mixture of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) alcohols used as emollients and thickeners in skincare formulations. Meets HTS 3824.99.93.20 criteria as a preparation of only C12+ acyclic monohydric alcohols. Provides occlusive barrier properties in creams and lotions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
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
• Ensure INCI naming compliance for cosmetic import; test for oxidative stability (peroxide value); avoid classification as 'finished cosmetic' by maintaining bulk packaging