Defatted Soybean Flour

Finely ground flour derived from soybeans with most oil removed during processing, used primarily in baking and as a protein supplement. It falls under HTS 1208.10.00.90 as a meal of soybeans, other than mustard, fitting the chapter note for partially or fully defatted flours refatted with original oils. Not classified as mustard-derived or residues.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.9%+35.0%36.9%
🇲🇽Mexico1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇨🇦Canada1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇩🇪Germany1.9%+10.0%11.9%
🇯🇵Japan1.9%+10.0%11.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

2304.00.00Lower: 35% vs 36.9%

If resulting from oil extraction residue for animal feed

Soybean extraction residues for feed fall under heading 2304 as soy grits or meal, not flours for human consumption.

2106.10.00Higher: 41.4% vs 36.9%

If mixed with other ingredients as protein supplement

Blends with additives become food preparations under 2106, not pure oil seed flours.

1106.10.00.00Higher: 43.3% vs 36.9%

If heavily processed into textured vegetable protein

Advanced processing changes it from Chapter 12 flour to Chapter 11 cereal flours or starches.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify oil content to confirm defatted status; documentation like processing certificates prevents misclassification as crude soy under 1201

Ensure labeling complies with FDA protein and allergen declarations for food-grade imports

Avoid pitfalls by checking for GMO content declarations if targeting EU markets