Palm Kernel Lauric Acid Industrial Grade from Mexico
High-purity lauric acid isolated from palm kernel oil, a saturated C12 monocarboxylic acid of vegetable origin. Widely utilized in detergent production and emulsifier synthesis. Fits HTS 2915.90.10.10 as a separately defined organic compound per chapter note (a).
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
• Require GC/MS analysis proving lauric acid >95% to distinguish from mixed fatty acids
• Label clearly as 'vegetable origin' to prevent Chapter 15 misclassification
• Avoid bulk shipments without stabilization; may require anti-caking additives per note (f)