Palm Stearic Acid from Mexico
Palm stearic acid is an industrial monocarboxylic fatty acid mixture rich in stearic and palmitic acids, derived from palm oil refining for use in rubber vulcanization and candle production. It qualifies as 'other' under HTS 3823.19.4000 due to its industrial application and mixed chain length composition.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Submit certificates of analysis showing C16/C18 fatty acid ratios and low unsaponifiables for proper classification
• Declare country of origin accurately as palm derivatives often face sustainability documentation requirements
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'stearic acid' only; specify palm source and industrial grade to match subheading