Cetoleic Acid from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm Δ11 position via mass spectrometry
• Cod liver/marine mammal oil origin with purity certificate
• Low temperature stability testing results