Once-refined (subjected to alkali or caustic wash, but not bleached or deodorized)
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 1507.90.40.20
Once-Refined Soybean Oil for Food Processing
This soybean oil has undergone a single refining step with alkali or caustic wash to remove impurities like free fatty acids and phospholipids, but remains unbleached and undeodorized, preserving its natural color and flavor. It falls under HTS 1507.90.40.20 as once-refined soybean oil not chemically modified. Primarily used in industrial food manufacturing for frying or as a base ingredient.
Caustic-Washed Soybean Oil for Animal Feed
Soybean oil refined only via caustic wash to neutralize impurities, retaining natural odor and color, suitable for blending into animal feed formulations. Classified under HTS 1507.90.40.20 as once-refined, not chemically modified. Used by feed mills for its nutritional fat content without further processing.
Alkali-Refined Soy Lecithin-Rich Soybean Oil
This fraction of soybean oil is once-refined through alkali washing, concentrating natural lecithin while avoiding bleaching to maintain emulsifying properties. It fits HTS 1507.90.40.20 for other once-refined fractions not chemically modified. Ideal for bakery and chocolate production as an emulsifier base.
Once-Refined Neutral Soybean Oil Fraction
A neutral fraction of soybean oil subjected solely to caustic or alkali wash for impurity removal, unbleached to retain raw characteristics for further industrial refining. Under HTS 1507.90.40.20 as other once-refined soy oil fractions. Used in cosmetics and soap manufacturing.
Industrial Once-Refined Soybean Oil
Soybean oil alkali-washed once for industrial applications like biofuel blending or lubricant base, not bleached or deodorized to keep cost low. Classed in HTS 1507.90.40.20 for once-refined other soy oil. Not intended for direct food use.