Stearyl Alcohol Bulk Industrial from Japan
Stearyl alcohol (C18) is a high-purity industrial fatty alcohol produced via hydrogenation of stearic acid, essential for textile processing aids and rubber lubricants. It qualifies for HTS 3823.70.60.00 as an 'other' industrial fatty alcohol for non-retail, manufacturing uses.
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 lab analysis confirming C18 chain length and industrial specifications to support 'other' fatty alcohol status
• Ensure packaging is industrial drums/totes, not consumer sizes, to prevent reclassification