USP Grade Lauric Acid from Palm Kernel

Pharmaceutical-grade lauric acid meeting USP standards, derived from palm kernel oil. Used in drug formulation and as antimicrobial agent precursor. HTS 2915.90.10.10 applies to this pure vegetable fatty acid per chapter definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+25.0%30%
🇲🇽Mexico5%5%
🇨🇦Canada5%5%
🇩🇪Germany5%5%
🇯🇵Japan5%5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3001.90.01Lower: Free vs 30%

If pre-formulated into medicinal preparations

Medicinal organic compounds classify under Chapter 30, not pure chemicals.

3822Lower: 10% vs 30%

If for diagnostic lab reagents containing lauric acid

Certified reference materials shift to biochemical products.

2915.90.50Lower: 28.8% vs 30%

If synthetic lauric acid meets USP specs

Petrochemical-derived acids exclude from vegetable-origin subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USP certificate and CoA; pharma-grade faces stricter purity scrutiny

Declare intended use accurately; medical applications may trigger FDA review

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Palm Kernel Lauric Acid Industrial Grade

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Coconut-Derived Lauric Acid 99% Pure

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Technical Grade Lauric Acid Flakes

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Kosher Certified Lauric Acid Vegetable

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