Oleyl Alcohol from Canada
Oleyl alcohol is a long-chain unsaturated industrial fatty alcohol derived from natural oils like oleic acid, primarily used as a chemical intermediate in surfactants and lubricants. It falls under HTS 3823.70.60.00 as an 'other' industrial fatty alcohol, distinguished from C6-C13 alcohols by its higher chain length and specific industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
62.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chain length via COA to confirm classification under industrial fatty alcohols, avoiding misclassification as cosmetic grades
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) documenting non-potable, industrial use to prevent reclassification as consumer products