Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) 50% Concentrate from China
Alpha-linolenic acid is a polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid classified under HTS 2916.15.10.00, sourced from flaxseed or chia oils as a defined organic compound. Used in dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals for its essential fatty acid properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include fatty acid profile chromatogram showing ALA dominance to avoid mixture classification
• Declare exact isomer (alpha vs gamma-linolenic) as Chapter Note 2(b) covers isomer mixtures separately
• Ensure temperature-controlled shipping to maintain integrity; document with stability data