HS Code 2916.15 : Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
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The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters is 2916.15. Under the 2026 Egypt (Customs Authority), the representative MFN general duty rate is 2% [Egyptian Customs Authority].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 29
Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Heading 2916
Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Subheading .15
.15
Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
United StatesUnited KingdomEuropean UnionCanadaMexicoChinaJapanIndiaAustraliaSouth KoreaGermanyBrazilTürkiyeChinese TaipeiVietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysiaSingaporeSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesSouth AfricaEgyptIsraelChileColombiaPeruPhilippinesPakistanNew ZealandNorwayNigeriaKenyaMoroccoArgentinaEcuadorBangladeshUkraineKazakhstanQatarKuwaitOmanJordanBahrainSri LankaTunisiaGhanaCôte d'IvoireGeorgiaCambodiaPanamaCosta RicaDominican Republic
Egypt (Egyptian Customs Authority)
2916.15
MODULE 5: EGYPT IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN
Notice: Egyptian customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duties, and 14% VAT are governed by the Egyptian Customs Authority. Always verify declarable lines with Egyptian Customs prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters
MODULE 11: Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling
Legally binding classification rulings issued by Egyptian Customs Authority for HS 2916.15.
Query official Egyptian Customs portal:
Search Egyptian Customs Portal for 2916.15 →Egyptian Customs Declarable Lines (2916.15)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Egypt (Customs Authority): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 2%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Egyptian Customs Authority).
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2916.11 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.11 → |
| 2916.12 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.12 → |
| 2916.13 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.13 → |
| 2916.14 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.14 → |
| 2916.16 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.16 → |
| 2916.19 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.19 → |
| 2916.20 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.20 → |
| 2916.31 | Subheading under Heading 2916 | Compare Subheading 2916.31 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Egyptian Customs Authority Portal ↗
Official Egyptian Customs tariff schedule, 14% VAT, and GAFTA/COMESA rules.
Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling System ↗
Egyptian Customs Authority advance classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters is classified under HS 2916.15 (Heading 2916, Chapter 29). The representative EG MFN general duty rate is 2%.
How is HS 2916.15 distinguished within Heading 2916 (Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives)?
Heading 2916 covers Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. Subheading 2916.15 specifically isolates Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2916.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2916.15?
Related subheadings under Heading 2916 include 2916.11, 2916.12, 2916.13, 2916.14, 2916.16, 2916.19, 2916.20, 2916.31. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 2916.15 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters?
Commercial shipments of Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2916.15?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 2916.15 in Egypt?
Commercial imports of Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters under HS 2916.15 into Egypt are subject to 14% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.
What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Egypt?
The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Egypt is EGP 1,000. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.
Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Egypt?
Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Egyptian Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 2916.15 are administered by Egyptian Customs Authority.
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