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2915.90.50.10/Stearoyl Chloride/Japan

Stearoyl Chloride from Japan

Stearoyl chloride serves in producing stearates for lubricants and cosmetics. Under HTS 2915.90.50.10 as acid chloride of stearic acid (C18 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic). Long-chain structure fits chapter scope for pure compounds.

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%
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Import Tips

• Document fatty acid chain length distribution to confirm saturated acyclic nature

• Comply with FDA indirect food additive regs if destined for food contact

• Use nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent hydrolysis during shipping