Tall Oil Fatty Acids for Soap Manufacturing from Japan
High-purity TOFA specifically fractionated for use in liquid and bar soap production due to its emulsifying properties. Obtained from tall oil distillation containing mainly C18 unsaturated fatty acids. HTS 3823.13.00 applies to these industrial monocarboxylic tall oil fatty acids.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's specification sheet detailing fatty acid profile and low rosin content for soap-grade
• Label containers with 'Industrial Use Only' to prevent retail classification issues
• Watch for contamination claims that could shift to waste oils under 3825