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Linolenic Acid Ethyl Ester from Japan

Ethyl linolenate research chemical and polymer modifier, classified as 'other' linolenic acid ester under HTS 2916.15.51.00. High-purity derivative of alpha-linolenic acid meeting Chapter 29 organic compound standards.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Isomer-specific identification (alpha vs gamma-linolenic) via GC-MS

• Declare research quantities <25kg for simplified customs processing

• Refractive index specification confirms ester purity vs free acid

Linolenic Acid Ethyl Ester from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2916.15.51.00