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VegoStearic 95% C18 Stearic Acid from Japan

Vegetable-based stearic acid with 95% C18 content for food-grade release agents and defoamers. HTS 3823.11.0000 as industrial stearic acid meeting food contact standards. Kosher/vegetarian certified grade.

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 GRAS affirmation and food contact notification; ensure 21 CFR 178.3650 compliance

• Separate kosher certification documentation required