2712.10.00.00 - Petroleum jelly 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 2712.10.00.00, specifically covers petroleum jelly. Petroleum jelly, also known as petrolatum, is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons, typically derived from petroleum. It is characterized by its soft, greasy texture and is widely used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications as a moisturizer, emollient, and protective barrier.
Within the broader classification of mineral waxes and similar products, this heading is distinguished from its siblings by its specific composition and common applications. For instance, it differs from 2712.20.00.00, which covers paraffin wax containing less than 0.75 percent oil, a product with different physical properties and industrial uses. Category 2712.90, "Other," is reserved for mineral waxes and similar products that do not fit the more specific descriptions in this heading.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 2712.10.00.00 is therefore determined by the inherent properties of the substance being petroleum jelly, as opposed to other related mineral waxes or mixtures of hydrocarbons. The defining characteristic is its semi-solid, jelly-like consistency and its common association with cosmetic and medicinal formulations.