Vaccenic Acid
Vaccenic acid is a trans-11 C18:1 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid from ruminant fats. Classifies under HTS 2916.19.30.00 regardless of cis/trans configuration. Studied for health benefits in supplements.
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% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Trans fat labeling not applicable to pure compounds; FDA food contact notification
• Distinguish from rumenic (conjugated) via spectroscopy
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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
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.