Tall Oil Fatty Acid Technical Grade from Japan
Technical grade tall oil fatty acids (80-90% purity) serve as cost-effective feedstock for soaps and corrosion inhibitors. Falls under HTS 3823.13.0040 for other tall oil fatty acids from industrial refining. Contains balanced C18 unsaturated acids with trace unsaponifiables.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure specs match 'technical grade' not USP/pharma to avoid drug tariff; provide MSDS for hazmat screening; track seasonal price fluctuations affecting declared value