Palm Kernel Stearic Acid
Palm kernel stearic acid is an industrial monocarboxylic fatty acid extracted from palm kernel oil refining, rich in C18 saturated chains. Classified under HTS 3823.19.20.00 due to its palm kernel oil derivation and use in rubber vulcanization and cosmetics. It meets the criteria for 'other' industrial fatty acids from specified tropical oils.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing fatty alcohols instead of acids
Industrial fatty alcohols from the same oils fall under 3823.70 subheading.
If highly purified saturated acyclic acids
Pharmaceutical or reagent-grade fatty acids may classify under organic chemicals.
If sold as incomplete animal feed ingredient
Mixed vegetable fat substances for animal feed use Chapter 15 heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include processing statements proving derivation from palm kernel oil refining
• Test for iodine value to confirm it's fatty acids, not glycerides
• Label clearly as industrial grade to prevent confusion with food additives
Related Products under HTS 3823.19.20.00
Coconut Fatty Acid Distillate
Coconut fatty acid distillate is a by-product from the refining of coconut oil, consisting primarily of industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids such as lauric and myristic acids. It falls under HTS 3823.19.20.00 because it is derived from coconut oil and used in industrial applications like soap production and lubricants. This classification applies to unrefined acid oils from refining processes.
Palm Oil Acid Oil
Palm oil acid oil is a mixture of free fatty acids recovered from palm oil refining processes, primarily palmitic and oleic acids. It qualifies for HTS 3823.19.20.00 as an acid oil derived from palm oil, used industrially in oleochemical production and biofuel feedstocks. The subheading specifically covers such by-products from tropical oil refining.
Coconut Oil Refining Fatty Acids
These are mixed monocarboxylic fatty acids (C8-C18) obtained from coconut oil physical refining, used in detergent manufacturing. HTS 3823.19.20.00 applies as they derive from coconut oil and serve industrial purposes beyond simple stearic acid. Classification emphasizes the tropical oil source and industrial grade.
Palm Kernel Fatty Acid Mixture
A blend of lauric, myristic, and palmitic acids from palm kernel oil distillation, utilized in personal care emulsifiers. Falls under HTS 3823.19.20.00 for industrial fatty acids specifically derived from palm kernel oil. Excludes purified single acids or edible preparations.
Palm Acid Oil PFAD
Palm Fatty Acid Distillate (PFAD) is the high-free fatty acid fraction from palm oil deodorization, mainly palmitic acid. HTS 3823.19.20.00 covers this as acid oil derived from palm oil, commonly used in animal feed and soap making. Standard industry by-product of physical refining.
Caprylic Acid from Coconut Oil
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.