Caustic-Washed Soybean Oil for Animal Feed from Japan
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.
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
• 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