Coconut-Derived Lauric Acid 99% Pure from Canada
Refined lauric acid (dodecanoic acid, C12:0) extracted from coconut oil, meeting the criteria for fatty acids of vegetable origin as per Chapter 29 notes. Used primarily in industrial applications like soap manufacturing and cosmetics formulation. Classified under 2915.90.10.10 due to its saturated acyclic monocarboxylic structure and natural vegetable source.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify certificate of analysis confirming vegetable origin (e.g
• coconut/palm kernel) and purity >90% to avoid reclassification
• Include origin documentation; animal-derived fatty acids shift to different subheading