Tall Oil Fatty Acids for Polymer Emulsifiers
Refined tall oil fatty acids (<2% rosin) specifically for use as emulsifiers in synthetic rubber and latex production. Composed mainly of unsaturated C18 fatty acids from pine resin/wood processing byproducts. HTS 3823.13.0020 applies to these industrial monocarboxylic acids.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing ≥2% rosin, qualifying as tall oil pitch/rosin product
Higher rosin content classifies as rosin or resin acids under heading 3803, not fatty acids.
If chemically modified (e.g., dimerized or esterified)
Tall oil fatty acid dimers or esters become prepared chemical binders for industry under 3824.
If distilled to high-purity unsaturated acyclic alcohols instead
Reduced fatty alcohols from tall oil classify under Chapter 29 as specific organic compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use statement for polymer production to support industrial classification
• Monitor for moisture content; excess water may trigger 'acid oils from refining' scrutiny under 3823.19
Related Products under HTS 3823.13.00.20
Oleic Acid from Tall Oil (Rosin <2%)
High-purity oleic acid extracted from tall oil fatty acids, containing less than 2% rosin, used in emulsifiers, surfactants, and polymer production. Meets HTS 3823.13.0020 as industrial monocarboxylic fatty acid from tall oil refining. Essential for cosmetics, inks, and flotation agents in mining.
Linoleic-Rich Tall Oil Distillate (<2% Rosin)
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.
Tall Oil Fatty Acid Distillate (Low Rosin)
A distilled fraction from crude tall oil containing primarily industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids like oleic and linoleic acids, with less than 2% rosin content. Used as a raw material in soap manufacturing, metalworking fluids, and lubricant additives. Classified under HTS 3823.13.0020 due to its tall oil origin and low rosin specification.
TOFA-95 Low Rosin Tall Oil Fatty Acid
Commercial TOFA-95 grade tall oil fatty acids with <2% rosin, standardized for metal saponifiers and ore flotation collectors. Primarily oleic/linoleic mix from coniferous tall oil. HTS 3823.13.0020 designation for distilled, low-rosin industrial fatty acids.