Neutralized Palm Oil Fraction from Japan
A neutralized fraction of palm oil, processed to remove free fatty acids but not chemically modified, used in edible fat blends. It is classified in HTS 1511.90.00.00 as 'other' palm oil fractions, excluding crude or chemically altered products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include neutralization process records without evidence of chemical alteration; test for FFA levels
• Pitfall: confusing neutralization (physical) with deodorization if over-processed