Technical Grade Lauryl Alcohol Flakes from Japan
Lauryl alcohol in flake form for easier handling in detergent production, still classified as pure dodecan-1-ol under HTS 2905.17.00.00. Physical form doesn't affect chemical classification per Chapter 29 notes. Used in industrial surfactant synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document flake form as physical presentation only, not chemically modified
• Confirm melting point (23-26°C) matches pure lauryl alcohol specifications
• Separate from prilled or powdered forms that might suggest anti-caking additives