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Methyl Oleate Biofuel Grade from China

Methyl oleate is a methyl ester of oleic acid produced via transesterification. Per Chapter Note 5(A), esters are classified with the corresponding acid. It is used as a biodiesel component or lubricant base stock. It falls under this tariff item as an oleic acid ester.

Duty Rate — China → Canada

0%

Import Tips

• Confirm the methyl oleate is a separate chemically defined compound

• Provide the production process details

• Ensure the product is not mixed with other fatty acid esters, which could affect classification