Coconut Oil Stearin Fraction
Coconut oil stearin is the solid fraction obtained after chilling coconut oil, used in chocolate and confectionery. The chilling process is physical, so the stearin is not chemically modified and falls under this tariff item as a coconut oil fraction.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the stearin is for further processing
This item applies to coconut oil for processing, which may have different duty treatment.
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 chilling and filtration process to prove physical fractionation
• Ensure the stearin is not denatured, as that would change classification
• Check Canadian food standards for use in chocolate products
Related Products under Tariff item 1513.19.90
Bleached Coconut Oil
Bleached coconut oil using natural earth to remove color, resulting in pale oil for cosmetics, still physically refined. The bleaching process is a permitted physical treatment, so the oil is not chemically modified and falls under this tariff item.
Bleached Coconut Oil for Frying
Bleached coconut oil that has been physically treated with natural earth to remove color impurities, intended for deep frying applications. The bleaching process is a physical refining step that does not chemically modify the oil, so it remains classified as a refined coconut oil fraction.
Certified Organic Coconut Lauric Oil
Certified organic coconut lauric oil is a high-lauric acid fraction of coconut oil, obtained through physical fractionation without chemical modification. It is used as a key ingredient in natural disinfectants and soaps due to its antimicrobial properties. This product falls under tariff item 1513.19.90 as an 'other' coconut oil fraction, not chemically modified.
Certified Organic Coconut Oil for Soap Making
Certified organic coconut oil for soap making is unrefined, chemically unmodified oil with high lauric acid content, ideal for saponification. It is supplied in bulk for use in soap production. This product is classified under tariff item 1513.19.90 as 'other' coconut oil, not chemically modified.
Certified Organic Coconut Oil MCT Fraction
Certified organic coconut oil MCT fraction is a medium-chain triglyceride oil derived from organic coconut oil via physical fractionation, without chemical alteration. It is used in keto supplements and dietary products. This product falls under tariff item 1513.19.90 as an 'other' coconut oil fraction, not chemically modified.
Certified Organic Coconut Oil Powder Base Oil
Certified organic coconut oil powder base oil is liquid organic coconut oil used as a base for spray-dried powders in supplements, not yet powdered. It is not chemically modified and retains its organic status. This product is classified under tariff item 1513.19.90 as 'other' coconut oil, not chemically modified.