What is HS-4 1520 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
1520 — Glycerol, crude; glycerol waters and glycerol lyes
Chapter 15: Animal or vegetable fats and oils
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 1520 when importing crude glycerol, which is often a byproduct of biodiesel production. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of crude glycerol for use in cosmetics or pharmaceuticals, this code applies.
The classification under HS-4 1520 primarily covers crude glycerol and its derivatives like glycerol waters and lyes. If your product is a refined glycerol or has undergone further processing, you may need to look at different codes.
When deciding between HS-6 152000, ensure that your product is indeed crude glycerol. If it contains additives or has been chemically altered, it may not qualify under this heading and could fall under a different tariff classification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 1520 · crude glycerol import · glycerol lyes · glycerol waters · biodiesel byproduct · glycerol classification · tariff code for glycerol · importing glycerol · glycerol uses · glycerol regulations
Examples
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- Crude glycerol from biodiesel production
- Glycerol waters used in food applications
- Glycerol lyes for industrial cleaning
- Glycerol for pharmaceutical formulations
- Glycerol as a humectant in cosmetics
Common questions
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How to classify crude glycerol?
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What are glycerol waters?
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Is crude glycerol taxable?
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What products fall under HS-4 1520?
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How to import glycerol lyes?
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Related topics
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importing crude glycerol for cosmetics
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glycerol lyes for industrial use
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glycerol waters in food products
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tariff classification for glycerol
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biodiesel byproduct glycerol import
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glycerol regulations for importers
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understanding HS-4 1520 classification
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glycerol uses in pharmaceuticals
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What does HS-4 1520 cover?
- HS-4 1520 covers crude glycerol, glycerol waters, and glycerol lyes, primarily used in various industries.
- How do I determine if my glycerol is crude?
- If your glycerol has not been refined or chemically altered, it likely qualifies as crude glycerol under HS-4 1520.
- Are there any restrictions on importing glycerol?
- Check with your local customs authority for specific regulations, as there may be restrictions based on the intended use of glycerol.
- Can I use HS-4 1520 for refined glycerol?
- No, HS-4 1520 is specifically for crude glycerol. Refined glycerol will require a different classification.
- What are glycerol waters?
- Glycerol waters are solutions containing glycerol, often used in food and cosmetic applications.
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