Biodiesel Feedstock Crude Soy Oil from Japan
Crude soybean oil, degummed or not, used as feedstock for biodiesel production due to high free fatty acid content. HTS 1507.10.00.00 applies to this unrefined, unmodified oil.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'for biodiesel use only' on commercial invoice to aid classification
• Comply with EPA renewable fuel standards documentation for end-use
• Monitor acid value (>5%) to distinguish from food-grade crude