HTS 29161510 — Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids
Imports classified under 29161510 — part of heading 2916, Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, in Chapter 29 (Organic chemicals). For this line, a general tariff of 6.5% applies. Preferential treatment is available under Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D, E,IL,JO, KR,MA,OM,P, PA,PE,S,SG).
Tariff rates for 29161510
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 6.5% | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement, i.e. about 6.5% ad valorem on the customs value. |
| Special | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D, E,IL,JO, KR,MA,OM,P, PA,PE,S,SG) | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | 35.2% | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 29161510 must be declared in: kg (kg = kilograms). A single quantitative measure accompanies the ad valorem component on the entry summary.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Section 301 tariff on 29161510?
Section 301 actions apply by exact HTS line. This page shows the permanent schedule rate (6.5%) for 29161510; check the current 301 annexes or our dedicated Section 301 tariffs guide to see whether trade-remedy duties stack on top for your origin country.
What unit is used to declare 29161510?
US Customs declares 29161510 using the reporting unit(s) “kg” (kg = kilograms). When several units apply, each is reported on entry documents and may drive different ad-valorem-equivalent treatment.
Does 29161510 qualify for a free or reduced rate?
Many preferential programs reduce the general rate. The Special column above lists the program codes that qualify for duty-free or reduced treatment under recent trade agreements.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 2916.15.10.00). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.