Sodium Oleate Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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