Erucic Acid from Japan
Erucic acid (cis-13-docosenoic acid) is a C22:1 mono-unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid from rapeseed oil. Classified HTS 2916.19.50.00 as other unsaturated acyclic acid. Used in lubricants and plastics despite former food concerns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• GC analysis confirming >80% erucic acid with low erucic rapeseed origin declaration
• Specify industrial vs food grade to avoid FDA low-erucic acid regulations
• Include cold filter test results for lubricant grade verification