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Sunflower Lecithin Oil Fraction

Refined fraction of sunflower seed oil rich in lecithin for emulsification. Falls under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as other sunflower-seed oil fractions, not chemically modified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+20.0%23.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2923.20Lower: 17.5% vs 23.4%

If isolated purified lecithin

Further purification makes it a chemical derivative, exiting Chapter 15.

1512.29.00Lower: 20% vs 23.4%

If cottonseed-safflower blend fraction

Material composition with other seeds alters the specific oil heading.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide phospholipid content specs to justify fraction classification

• GRAS affirmation helps FDA clearance for food use

• Avoid drum contamination; use food-grade liners