Lauric Acid Industrial Grade from Japan
Lauric acid (C12:0) produced by hydrolysis and fractionation of coconut or palm kernel oils, for use in antimicrobials and surfactants. HTS 3823.19.20.00 applies to this palm/coconut-derived industrial monocarboxylic fatty acid. Excludes food or cosmetic final products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ,Industrial end-use declarations prevent personal care misclassification
• Biocidal registration if marketed for antimicrobial applications