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Palmitic Acid 99% Technical Grade from Japan

Technical grade palmitic acid at 99% purity for industrial emulsifiers and lubricants, classified HTS 2915.70.0110 as chemically defined compound. Lower cost alternative to pharma grades with acceptable impurity profile.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Bulk imports (>20MT) qualify for lower duty rates; verify container specifications

Include acid value (CV 220-230) and saponification value for quality verification