C12-C18 Vegetable-Derived Fatty Alcohol Blend from Japan
A mixed-chain C12-C18 fatty alcohol blend from coconut/palm kernel oil hydrogenation, used in detergent and emulsifier production. Classified as HTS 3823.70.40.00 'other' since no specific chain-length subheading applies to this broad industrial mixture from vegetable origin.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit detailed chain distribution analysis showing no dominance of lauryl (C12-14) for 'other' status
• Ensure blend specification excludes aromatic or synthetic alcohol contaminants
• Use industrial drum/tote packaging to affirm non-consumer classification