Defatted Soybean Flour from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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