Refined Cottonseed Oil Fraction for Frying
A stearin-rich fraction of fully refined, washed, bleached, and deodorized cottonseed oil, optimized for deep frying. It is a fraction of refined cottonseed oil, not chemically modified, classified under the tariff item for other cotton-seed oil and fractions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fraction is not fully refined
Unrefined fractions are classified under a different subheading.
If the fraction is blended with other oils
Blended frying oils may be classified as food preparations.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the fractionation process to show it is physical, not chemical
• Provide specifications showing the stearin content and stability for frying
• Ensure the product is labeled correctly for food use if intended for commercial kitchens
Related Products under Tariff item 1512.29.00
Bleached Cottonseed Cooking Oil
Bleached cottonseed oil that has been fully refined through washing, bleaching, and deodorization, suitable for frying and baking in commercial kitchens. It is not chemically modified, meeting the tariff item for other cotton-seed oil and fractions.
Bleached Cottonseed Oil Fraction
Bleached cottonseed oil fraction obtained after neutralization and before deodorization, not chemically modified. It is a refined cottonseed oil product used in margarine production, falling under tariff item 1512.29.00 as 'Other' cotton-seed oil and fractions.
Bulk Once-Refined Cottonseed Oil for Bakers
Caustic-washed cottonseed oil shipped in bulk for bakery shortenings, not yet deodorized. It falls under tariff item 1512.29.00 as an intermediate refinement stage, with a high smoke point suitable for high-heat baking applications.
Caustic-Washed Cottonseed Oil for Frying
Cottonseed oil processed with caustic soda wash for impurity removal, ideal for commercial deep-frying before final refinement. It matches tariff item 1512.29.00 as once-refined, with high oleic content for stability.
Cottonseed Cooking Oil Blend
A refined fraction of cottonseed oil blended for retail cooking oil, not chemically altered. It is classified under tariff item 1512.29.00 as other cottonseed oil fractions, distinct from crude or specific fixed types, and is ideal for salad dressings.
Cottonseed Olein Fraction Refined
A liquid olein fraction obtained from fully refined cottonseed oil through winterization, washed, bleached, and deodorized for use in salad oils. It is a fraction of refined cottonseed oil, not chemically modified, fitting the tariff item for other cotton-seed oil and fractions.