Industrial Oleyl Alcohol for Ink Vehicles

Low odor oleyl alcohol from high oleic sunflower oil for lithographic ink resins and vehicles. Classified HTS 3823.70.2000 as vegetable fatty alcohol for printing ink production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+17.5%22.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪Germany5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇯🇵Japan5.1%+10.0%15.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 22.6%

If pre-mixed printing ink colorant vehicle containing oleyl alcohol

Finished printing ink vehicles and preparations classified Chapter 32.

3820.00.00Higher: 24% vs 22.6%

If anti-halation compound mixtures for photographic use

Specialty chemical preparations for photography classified under 3820.

3801.10.10Higher: 38.7% vs 22.6%

If artificial graphite paste containing oleyl alcohol dispersant

Graphite preparations take Chapter 38 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Printing ink chemical declaration prevents lubricant reclassification

Low iodine value specification confirms oxidative stability for inks

VOC content reporting required for ink solvent applications

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