Sodium Oleate Powder from Germany
Sodium salt of oleic acid used as emulsifier in pharmaceuticals and detergents, classified under oleic acid salts per HTS 2916.15.51.00. Chapter note (C)(1) specifies organic salts follow parent acid classification. Contains anticaking agent for transport stability.
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
• Include acid value and saponification value tests confirming oleate salt structure
• Certify stabilizer additions are solely for transport per Chapter 29 note (f)
• Avoid water content >20% to prevent reclassification as aqueous solution