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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