Oleic Acid
Oleic acid is an 18-carbon unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with a cis double bond at position 9-10, commonly derived from olive oil and animal fats. As a chemically defined organic compound, it classifies under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is widely used in food, cosmetics, and industrial applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is pure oleic acid meeting the subheading's specific description
Oleic acid is explicitly named in subheading 2916.15, which takes precedence over 'other'.
If the product is a crude or refined oil not chemically defined
Natural oils and fats are classified in Chapter 15, not as chemically defined acids.
If the product is a mixture of fatty acids rather than a single compound
Industrial fatty acid mixtures fall under heading 3823.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the purity and chemical identity of oleic acid with a certificate of analysis, as Chapter 29 requires separate chemically defined compounds
• If the product is derived from a natural source, ensure it is not a mixture that could fall under a different heading
• Declare the exact concentration and any stabilizers added, as these may affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2916.19.00
10-Undecenoic Acid
10-Undecenoic acid, also known as undecylenic acid, is an 11-carbon unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with antifungal properties. It is a chemically defined compound and falls under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'Other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Alpha-Eleostearic Acid
Alpha-eleostearic acid is a conjugated tri-unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derived from tung oil. It is a chemically defined compound used in drying oils and coatings, and falls under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'Other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Anti-Caking Sorbic Acid (Food Processing)
Sorbic acid (hexa-2,4-dienoic acid) treated with food-approved anti-caking agents to maintain free-flowing properties in food processing equipment. The added anti-caking agent is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(f) as a stabiliser necessary for preservation, and the product retains its classification as a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid under tariff item 2916.19.00.
Bulk Potassium Sorbate for Wine Making
Bulk potassium sorbate for winemaking, a chemically defined potassium salt of sorbic acid (an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid). It is used to stabilize wine by preventing yeast refermentation, and falls under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'Other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative.
Cetoleic Acid
Cetoleic acid is a C22:1 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid found in marine oils. It is a chemically defined compound used in industrial applications such as polymers, and falls under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'Other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Crotonic Acid
Crotonic acid is a 4-carbon unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid (2-butenoic acid) with a trans double bond, used in resins, plastics, and chemical synthesis. It classifies under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. The product is a chemically defined compound meeting Chapter 29 criteria.