Oleic Acid Ammonium Salt from Japan
Ammonium oleate liquid emulsifier for asphalt and textile processing, classified as oleic acid salt under HTS 2916.15.51.00 per Chapter 29 note (C). Contains 30% active with balance ammonia/water. Used where soluble emulsifier required.
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
• pH and ammonia content certification prevents reclassification as simple soap
• Ammonia odor declaration required for proper hazmat documentation
• Stability data showing no hydrolysis to free acid during transport