Isopropyl Oleate

Isopropyl ester of oleic acid used as emollient in cosmetics and viscosity modifier, classified under oleic acid esters HTS 2916.15.51.00. Chapter 29 note (A) follows acid-function parent compound classification. Low odor, high purity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

3302.10Lower: 10% vs 39.4%

If perfumery compound with fragrance fixation role

Odoriferous substances in mixtures classified by function in Chapter 33.

3401.20.00.00Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If soap/emulsifier preparation >10% active

Surface-active preparations exceed simple ester classification.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 39.4%

If industrial chemical intermediate blend

Chemical preparations not elsewhere specified in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) safety data supports personal care use declaration

HLB value documentation for emulsifier function validation

Oxidation stability testing prevents rancidity valuation adjustments

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Technical grade oleic acid with 80% purity, derived from natural fats and oils, classified as an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.15.51.00. Used primarily in industrial applications like metalworking fluids and lubricants. Meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Methyl Oleate Biofuel Grade

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