Alpha-Eleostearic Acid
Alpha-eleostearic acid is a conjugated tri-unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid from tung oil. Despite conjugation, it remains classified under HTS 2916.19.30.00 as an unsaturated acyclic acid. Used in drying oils and polymers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.1% | +25.0% | 31.1% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tung oil, non-linseed
Crude tung oil containing eleostearic acid stays in Chapter 15.
If in paint/drying oil formulations
Prepared drying oils move to Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify conjugation pattern in technical data sheet
• Fire hazard labeling for auto-oxidizing conjugated systems
• Not classifiable under 2916.19.10 despite unsaturation similarity
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