Bulk Denatured Colza Oil for Soap Stock Preparation
Bulk denatured colza oil prepared for subsequent soap-stock extraction, rendered inedible through denaturation. It is classified under tariff item 1514.99.00 as an 'other' rape, colza or mustard oil that is not chemically modified, with denaturation not affecting its tariff classification.
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 product is a soap-stock, oil foots or dregs
Chapter note 4 directs soap-stocks, oil foots and dregs to heading 15.22, not 15.14.
If the oil is chemically modified or processed beyond denaturation
Heading 15.18 covers chemically modified oils; chapter note 3 excludes merely denatured oils from this heading.
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
• Ensure the denaturant is clearly documented on the commercial invoice to prove the oil is unfit for human consumption
• Verify that the product is not a soap-stock or residue of heading 15.22, which would change classification
• Consult the CBSA's tariff classification advice service for binding rulings on denatured oils
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Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil
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Degummed Colza Oil for Tire Rubber Extender
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