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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify fractionation method (distillation vs urea complex) in technical data sheet
• FDA GRAS documentation helpful for food-contact customs clearance