Stearic Acid Industrial Grade from Japan
Stearic acid (C18H36O2) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic fatty acid derived from animal or vegetable fats, used in rubber vulcanization, candle making, and metalworking lubricants. Classified under HTS 2915.70.01 as a pure saturated monocarboxylic acid meeting Chapter 29 note (a) for chemically defined organic compounds. Typically supplied as white flakes or powder with 95%+ purity.
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
• Provide acid value and iodine value test reports to prove C18 chain length and saturation distinguishing from oleic acid (2916.15)
• Declare country of origin accurately as tallow-derived vs palm-based affects documentation but not tariff