Behenic Alcohol Industrial Thickener

C22 behenic alcohol mixture with trace C20-C24 alcohols for viscosity modification in industrial lubricants and coatings. Falls under HTS 3824.99.93.20 as exclusively C12+ acyclic monohydric alcohol preparation. Enhances shear stability in high-performance formulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Same rate: 40%

If blended with C8-C11 alcohols for broader chain distribution

Subheading 3824.99.92 specifically covers mixtures containing both lower (C5-C11) and higher chain acyclic alcohols.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 40%

If when dissolved in >70% petroleum distillates

Petroleum oil-based mixtures classified under Chapter 27 based on predominant oil content, not alcohol composition.

3403.19.50Higher: 40.8% vs 40%

If for use as lubricating oil additives with documented function

Alcohol-based lubricant additives have specific classification when meeting performance criteria in 3403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end-use statement distinguishing from lubricant additives; confirm no glyceride content via saponification value test; comply with REACH if transshipping through EU

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