Coconut-Derived Lauric Acid 99% Pure from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6095%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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