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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in crude form without any refining
Crude soybean oil prior to any alkali wash is classified under 1507.10, a different subheading for unrefined oil.
If containing >50% glycerol esters from soap-stocks
Glycerol-laden residues from refining fall under heading 1520 for tall oil derivatives or similar, per chapter exclusions.
If for industrial use if chemically modified
Industrial chemically modified soy oils shift to 1518, excluding merely refined products from 1507.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include AAFCO compliance statements if for animal feed; test for peroxide value to ensure freshness post-import
• Label containers clearly as 'not for human consumption' to prevent FDA issues
Related Products 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.
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.