Palmityl Alcohol Flakes from Japan
Palmityl alcohol flakes, also known as cetyl/palmitic C16 alcohol, is an industrial fatty alcohol in flake form used for candle wax modifiers and metalworking fluids. The flake form is a physical presentation of the industrial fatty alcohol mixture. It is classified under tariff item 3823.70.00 as an 'other' industrial fatty alcohol.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the flakes are a mixture of C16 and other alcohols, not pure cetyl alcohol, which would be classified in Chapter 29
• Ensure the flake form does not affect classification; the physical form is not a determining factor
• Verify the source (palm oil) and provide documentation for customs clearance