Caprylic Acid (Fractionated Coconut) from Japan
C8 saturated fatty acid from coconut oil medium-chain triglyceride fractionation. Meets HTS 2915.90.10 as vegetable-derived saturated monocarboxylic acid. Used in MCT oils and antimicrobials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify fractionation method (distillation vs urea complex) in technical data sheet
• FDA GRAS documentation helpful for food-contact customs clearance