Industrial Crude Soybean Oil from Japan
Unrefined soybean oil for industrial uses like biodiesel feedstock or oleochemicals, either degummed or not. Falls under HTS 1507.10.00.00 for crude soy oil prior to any refining or modification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Declare end-use as industrial to potentially qualify for lower duties or exemptions
• Ensure bulk tanker certifications for non-food grade to avoid food safety inspections
• Document fatty acid profile to confirm no bleaching or deodorization occurred