Pelargonic Acid

Pelargonic acid (nonanoic acid) is a saturated acyclic C9 monocarboxylic acid used in herbicides, lacquers, and lubricants. Classified HTS 2915.90.50 as other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+25.0%28.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%3.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%3.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%3.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%3.8%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3808.93.50Higher: 40% vs 28.8%

If herbicide formulation

Pesticide products containing active ingredient classify Chapter 38.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 28.8%

If technical grade with impurities

Technical grades not meeting chemical purity classify as mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include EPA registration if pesticide use to avoid FIFRA violations

Specify titer point (10-14°C) for identity confirmation

Test for trans-isomers (<2%) to maintain saturated classification

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