Myristic Acid Palm Kernel Grade

C14 saturated fatty acid from palm kernel oil, used in emulsions and tablet coatings. Falls under 2915.90.10.50 as purified vegetable fatty acid per chapter 29 note (a). Supplied as white powder or beads.

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.

2915.90.50.50Lower: 28.8% vs 30%

If synthetic or petroleum-derived

Non-animal/vegetable origin fatty acids have separate subheading

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Import Tips & Compliance

Pharma grades need USP/NF certificate of analysis,Specify carbon chain distribution (C14 >90%) on documentation,Mixed C12-C16 blends risk reclassification as mixtures

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