Mixed Oleic/Linoleic Acid Paste from Germany
Industrial paste containing oleic (40%), linoleic (30%), and other unsaturated acids from tall oil, classified under HTS 2916.15.51.00 'other'. Used in ore flotation and paint driers. Qualifies as mixture of Chapter 29 acids.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Tall oil origin declaration with distillation cut specifications
• Rosins content <5% to maintain pure acid classification vs mixed natural product
• Heavy metal analysis for mining reagent end-use compliance