Elaidic Acid from China
Elaidic acid (trans-9-octadecenoic acid) is the trans isomer of oleic acid, an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid produced by partial hydrogenation. Classified HTS 2916.19.50.00 as other unsaturated acid. Used in margarine research and trans fat studies.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• IR spectroscopy confirming trans double bond (CAS 112-79-8)
• Distinguish from partially hydrogenated oil mixtures (Chapter 15)
• Include melting point 43-46°C specification