Erucic Acid
Erucic acid (C22:1) is a mono-unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with a 22-carbon chain and double bond at position 13. It meets Chapter 29 criteria for unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids under HTS 2916.19.30.00. Used in lubricants, plastics, and formerly in edible oils.
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 crude rapeseed oil fatty acids
Low-erucic or crude fatty acid mixtures from oils remain in Chapter 15, not pure compounds.
If fully saturated C22 palmitic acid
Saturated forms of same chain length classify under saturated acyclic acids heading.
If industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids mixture
Industrial grade mixtures not meeting chemical purity standards for Chapter 29 go to 3823.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include origin certificates as EU restricts high-erucic rapeseed; US has no food use limits but verify
• Declare exact carbon chain length and unsaturation index to prevent confusion with shorter chain acids
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Linoleic Acid
Linoleic acid is a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid with two double bonds in an 18-carbon chain, qualifying as an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Classified under HTS 2916.19.30.00 per Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Essential in nutritional supplements and skin care formulations.
Sorbic Acid
Sorbic acid is an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid (hexa-2,4-dienoic acid) used primarily as a food preservative. It qualifies under HTS 2916.19.30.00 as a chemically defined unsaturated straight-chain monocarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 note (a). Effective against mold and yeast in food applications.
10-Undecenoic Acid
10-Undecenoic acid, identical to undecylenic acid, is an 11-carbon unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with antifungal properties. HTS 2916.19.30.00 applies as it fits the chemical definition excluding specific enumerated acids. Common in pharmaceutical creams.
Myristoleic Acid
Myristoleic acid is a C14:1 omega-5 mono-unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid found in fish oils. It qualifies under HTS 2916.19.30.00 as a separate chemically defined unsaturated acid. Used in biochemical research and cosmetics.
Palmitoleic Acid
Palmitoleic acid (C16:1 n-7) is an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid prevalent in macadamia oil. Classifies under HTS 2916.19.30.00 meeting Chapter 29 purity and definition criteria. Applied in skincare for moisturizing properties.
Alpha-Eleostearic Acid
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