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Metal Soap Grade Stearic Acid from Japan

Precipitation grade stearic acid for manufacturing stearates used in PVC stabilizers and lubricants. HTS 3823.11.0000 covers stearic acid used in metal salt production. Consistent reactivity ensures high yield.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide reaction yield data with common metal salts; ensure water content <0.2%

• Comply with TSCA PMN if new stabilizer application