Sodium Palmitate (Palmitic Acid Salt)

While HTS 2915.70.0110 specifically covers palmitic acid, sodium palmitate as its salt falls under the palmitic acid subheading per chapter note on salts. Used in soap manufacturing and as a food emulsifier.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3402Lower: 13.7% vs 40%

If processed into soap form

Salts processed into actual soap products move to Chapter 34

2915.70.01Same rate: 40%

If classified separately as 'other salts'

Some salt forms have distinct statistical suffixes

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify '% free fatty acid' content; high FFA may shift to acid classification

pH and alkalinity certificates prevent reclassification as soap base

Related Products under HTS 2915.70.01.10

Palmitic Acid (C16:0)

Palmitic acid is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with the formula CH3(CH2)14COOH, classified under HTS 2915.70.0110 as a chemically defined organic compound in pure form. It is widely used in cosmetics, soaps, and food emulsifiers due to its emulsifying properties.

Triple Pressed Palmitic Acid Flakes

Triple pressed palmitic acid flakes achieve high purity (>95%) through steam distillation and pressing, meeting HTS 2915.70.0110 for saturated monocarboxylic acids. These flakes are preferred in pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturing for consistent melting point (62-65°C).

Pharma Grade Palmitic Acid Powder

Pharmaceutical grade palmitic acid powder meets USP/EP standards with <0.1% impurities, classified under HTS 2915.70.0110 as pure saturated monocarboxylic acid. Used as excipient in tablet formulations and emulsion stabilizers in injectables.

Cosmetic Grade Palmitic Acid Beads

Cosmetic grade palmitic acid beads are microencapsulated for easy dispersion in emulsions, classified HTS 2915.70.0110 as pure palmitic acid per Chapter 29 note (a). Provides opacity and consistency in lotions, creams, and lipsticks.

Food Grade Palmitic Acid Granules

Food grade palmitic acid granules meet FCC standards for use as emulsifier (E570) in margarine, chocolate, and chewing gum, classified HTS 2915.70.0110. The granular form ensures easy handling and dispersion in food manufacturing.

Palmitic Acid 99% Technical Grade

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.