Myristoleic Acid from Mexico
Myristoleic acid (cis-9-tetradecenoic acid) is a C14:1 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic fatty acid found in fish oils. Classified under HTS 2916.19.50.00 as other unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Used in biochemical research and cosmetics.
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
• Provide detailed GC-FID chromatogram showing myristoleic acid peak identification
• Specify isolation/purification method from fish oils to justify Chapter 29 classification
• Include peroxide value testing results for stability documentation