Distilled Tall Oil Fatty Acids from Mexico
Distilled tall oil fatty acids are industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids derived from the refining of tall oil, a by-product of wood pulping processes. They consist primarily of oleic and linoleic acids used in soaps, lubricants, and alkyd resins. Classified under HTS 3823.19.4000 as 'other' industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids, excluding tall oil fatty acids specified separately.
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
• Provide detailed chemical composition and acid value certificates to confirm classification as industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from distilled tall oil fatty acids (3823.11.00) based on refining process and purity