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Distilled Sebacic Acid from Castor Oil from Canada

Sebacic acid obtained via oxidation and distillation of ricinoleic acid from castor oil, used in lubricants. Classified under HTS 2917.13.0030 as chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

14.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

Declare bio-based origin if claiming green tariffs; ensure no residual castor impurities

Pitfall: Vegetable origin confusion with Chapter 15 exclusions