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Stearic Acid 1801 Triple Pressed from Japan

Stearic acid 1801 refers to C18 content 40% (palmitic), 60% stearic after triple pressing, used in soap, cosmetics, rubber. HTS 2915.70.01 as defined saturated monocarboxylic acid mixture within heading scope. Iodine value <2.0 indicates saturation.

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

• Titer 54-57°C and C18/C16 ratio documentation mandatory

• Specify 'fully refined' vs 'commercial grade' affects acceptance

• NMT 1% moisture prevents hydrolysis claims