Caprylic Acid from Coconut Oil from Mexico
Industrial caprylic acid (C8:0) fractionally distilled from coconut oil fatty acids, used in medium-chain triglycerides production. Classified in HTS 3823.19.20.00 as derived from coconut oil despite medium-chain specificity. Industrial purity distinguishes from pharmaceutical grades.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Fractionation reports essential to prove coconut derivation
• Purity >90% required for industrial chemical status
• Avoid pharma labeling that triggers stricter drug import rules