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12-Hydroxystearic Acid in USA

12-Hydroxystearic acid from India — a crystalline flake for thickeners, greases and coatings. Reliable US supply of castor and CNSL derivatives with full doc

CAS Number: 106-14-9 Purity / Assay: Available on request Grade: 12-HSA flake and powder Botanical Name: Ricinus communis (castor) Country of Origin: India
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COA PDF MSDS PDF Tech Sheet
MOQSamples from 100–500 g
Lead TimeConfirmed with your quotation based on product, quantity and destination
IncotermsEXW, FOB, CIF
Technical Data

Product Specifications

Batch-specific specification for exports to USA, verified through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

CAS Number106-14-9
Botanical NameRicinus communis (castor)
Extraction MethodDerived from castor oil
Grade12-HSA flake and powder
Purity / AssayAvailable on request
AppearanceWhite crystalline flakes or powder
OdorFaint, characteristic
Melting Point~78–82 °C
SolubilityInsoluble in water; soluble in hot organic solvents
Packaging25 kg bags
Country of OriginIndia
HS Code2918.19
MOQFrom 25 kg
Lead TimeAvailable on request
Overview

About 12-Hydroxystearic Acid in USA

12-Hydroxystearic acid (12-HSA) is a saturated hydroxy fatty acid derived from castor oil, produced as a white crystalline flake or powder. Its hydroxyl group and long fatty chain make it an effective structurant, thickener and rheology modifier, and a key raw material for lithium and complex greases, cosmetic sticks and coatings.

Zentish Exim supplies 12-HSA sourced from qualified Indian producers, with certificates of analysis and safety data sheets. India is the world's leading source of castor and castor derivatives, which underpins dependable supply. Grade and specification are reported per batch on request.

The United States is a major market for castor-derived and CNSL-based specialty chemicals, with steady demand from lubricant, coatings, personal-care and pharmaceutical formulators. Buyers prioritise batch-to-batch consistency, full documentation and reliable ocean freight from Indian ports.

Market Intel

Import Notes for 12-Hydroxystearic Acid — USA

Overview
US import of cosmetic/food-grade chemicals requires FDA registration of the importing facility and compliance with TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) for industrial chemicals.
Main Ports
Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA; New York/New Jersey, NJ; Savannah, GA; Houston, TX
Documentation
Commercial invoice, packing list, CoA, SDS, bill of lading. FDA prior notice may apply for food-contact ingredients. TSCA inventory check required.
Duties & Tariffs
Duty rates vary by HS code; most essential oils and aroma chemicals fall under Chapter 29/33 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Broker consultation recommended.
Shipping
FOB (Indian port) or CIF (destination port) — Air freight typically 7-10 days; ocean freight 25-35 days from Indian west-coast ports.
Regulatory
TSCA compliance required. REACH does not apply to US imports. FDA cosmetic/food-contact regulations apply where indicated on product specifications.
Why Zentish

Why International Buyers Choose Zentish Exim

Batch-wise Quality

COA, GC-MS and enantiomeric purity verification on every batch.

Country-ready Docs

Documents aligned to USA import requirements and customs expectations.

Flexible MOQs

From sample quantities to container-scale contracts.

Reliable Shipping

Sea and air routing with consolidated loads for optimized logistics.

Full Documentation

COA, MSDS, COO, allergen & non-GMO statements, and packing list.

Fast Turnaround

Responsive quotations within one business day.

Why Zentish

Why Choose Zentish Exim for 12-Hydroxystearic Acid in USA

Castor-focus

A dedicated 12-HSA program from castor oil

Supply security

Backed by India's leading castor position

Documented quality

Batch CoA and SDS with every consignment

Flexible supply

Trial lots through container-scale orders

US-ready documentation

CoA, SDS and origin paperwork prepared for US importers.

Consistent batches

Specification confirmed per lot before shipment.

Port-to-port logistics

Regular sailings from Indian ports to US gateways.

Import 12-Hydroxystearic Acid to USA

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Knowledge

FAQs — 12-Hydroxystearic Acid Export to USA

Primarily as a thickener and structurant — in lithium and complex lubricating greases, in cosmetic and personal-care sticks, and as a rheology modifier in coatings.

No. Both are castor-oil derived, but 12-HSA is the isolated hydroxy fatty acid supplied as a crystalline flake, while hydrogenated castor oil is the fully hydrogenated triglyceride supplied as a waxy solid.

Each batch is supplied with a certificate of analysis; grade and specification are reported per lot on request.

We ship to major US gateways on both coasts; routing is confirmed at order stage.

Yes — certificates of analysis, safety data sheets and origin paperwork are prepared to support US import and customs clearance.

Yes, trial lots are available before container-scale supply.
Technical Content Review

Technical content reviewed by the Zentish Exim export team for exports to USA. This page is intended for B2B buyers of essential oils, flavor ingredients, and aroma chemicals. Product specifications are batch-specific and confirmed through COA and GC analysis before shipment.

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