Oleyl Alcohol from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
12.4%
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
• 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