Tall Oil Fatty Acid Technical Grade from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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