Linoleic-Rich Tall Oil Distillate (<2% Rosin) from Japan
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 — 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
• 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