Alkali-Refined Soy Lecithin-Rich Soybean Oil from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit lab reports confirming lecithin content and absence of bleaching agents for accurate classification
• Use food-grade tankers for transport to meet HACCP standards