Mixed Oleic/Linoleic Acid Paste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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