Cetoleic Acid
Cetoleic acid (cis-11-eicosenoic acid) is a C20:1 mono-unsaturated acyclic fatty acid prevalent in marine oils, particularly cod liver oil. Classified HTS 2916.19.50.00 as other unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Used in lipid nutrition studies.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.7% | +25.0% | 28.7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.7% | — | 3.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.7% | — | 3.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.7% | — | 3.7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.7% | — | 3.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from marine mammal oils
Marine mammal fats Chapter 15; distillation required for Chapter 29.
If distilled fish oil fatty acids <90%
Purity determines industrial vs pure compound classification.
If medicinal cod liver oil derivative
Medicinal preparations shift to Chapter 30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm Δ11 position via mass spectrometry
• Cod liver/marine mammal oil origin with purity certificate
• Low temperature stability testing results
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