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Inter-esterified Illipe Butter

Inter-esterified illipe butter, also known as Borneo tallow, is a vegetable fat that has been inter-esterified for use in premium chocolate fats. The inter-esterification process modifies the fat without further preparation, placing it under this tariff item. It is a modified vegetable fat fraction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1515.90.00Same rate: Free

If the butter is not inter-esterified

Unmodified illipe butter falls under heading 15.15 for other fixed vegetable fats.

1806.90.11Higher: 5% vs Free

If the butter is part of a chocolate preparation

Chocolate and food preparations containing cocoa are classified under heading 18.06.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the product is not further prepared beyond inter-esterification

β€’ If used in chocolate, verify compliance with Canadian food standards

β€’ Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA for classification

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