Linoleic-Rich Tall Oil Distillate (<2% Rosin) from Canada
Distillate from tall oil refining enriched in linoleic acid (C18:2), with rosin below 2%, used in coatings, adhesives, and as a drying oil base. Derived from kraft pulp mill byproducts. Falls under HTS 3823.13.0020 for low-rosin tall oil fatty acids.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
63.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use ASTM D1240 for rosin quantification in import docs to preempt CBP challenges
• Declare iodine value (>130) to confirm unsaturation suitable for drying oils
• Segregate from crude tall oil to avoid cross-contamination during transit