Heat-Polymerized Linseed Oil for Alkyds from United States
Heat-polymerized linseed oil is produced by heating linseed oil in an inert gas or vacuum to increase its viscosity, making it suitable for short-oil alkyd resin production. This process chemically modifies the oil through polymerization. It falls under tariff item 1518.00.00 as a polymerized vegetable oil.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the polymerization process (heat, vacuum, or inert gas) for CBSA
• Confirm the oil is inedible and not for food use
• Ensure it is not classified under heading 15.16 (e.g
• hydrogenated oils)