Soy-Dominant Vegetable Puff Pastry Fat
Soy-Dominant Vegetable Puff Pastry Fat is a high-soybean content (over 5%) vegetable fat blend for puff pastry, using soy, palm, and minor oils—all vegetable. It is classified under 1517.90.91 as a shortening, an edible mixture of vegetable fats or oils not covered by heading 15.16.
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 not recognized as a shortening
The 'other' category could apply if the mixture's characteristics are atypical.
If the blend is for manufacturing margarine or shortening
This item covers specific oil blends, but the product is a finished pastry fat.
If used as a lard substitute
Imitation lard is a sibling item, but this is for puff pastry, not lard replacement.
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 soybean oil percentage to confirm it exceeds 5%
• Ensure the product is not denatured, as that would change the classification
• Provide CBSA with a product specification sheet for the pastry application
Related Products under Tariff item 1517.90.91
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Cottonseed Soy Frying Shortening
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Multi-Veg Industrial Fryer Fat
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Palm Soy Blend Baking Margarine
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Soybean Palm Deep Fry Shortening
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Soybean-Palm Icing Shortening
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