Lauric Acid (Coconut Oil Derived) from Japan
Lauric acid (dodecanoic acid, C12:0) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid isolated from coconut oil by fractional distillation. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, meeting Chapter 29 Note 1(a). It is a key ingredient in soaps, cosmetics, and lauryl alcohol production.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product meets the purity standard for a separate chemically defined compound
• If the lauric acid is derived from coconut oil, no special import permits are required for this classification
• Keep records of the production process to show it is not a mixture of different fatty acids