Behenyl Alcohol (Docosanol) from China
Behenyl alcohol, a C22 fatty alcohol derived from rapeseed or other vegetable oils via high-pressure hydrogenation of behenic acid, is classified under HTS 3823.70.40.00 as other industrial fatty alcohols from vegetable origin. It's utilized in high-performance cosmetics, waxes, and pharmaceutical ointments for its thickening properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include hydrogenation process documentation and carbon chain distribution to distinguish from synthetic alcohols
• Ensure bulk industrial packaging; retail-ready forms risk classification under Chapter 33
• Comply with FDA GRAS status verification if destined for indirect food contact applications