Caprylic Acid (Fractionated Coconut) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify fractionation method (distillation vs urea complex) in technical data sheet
• FDA GRAS documentation helpful for food-contact customs clearance