Share:

Neutralized Sunflower Oil

Sunflower oil neutralized with alkali to remove free fatty acids, a key refining step for edible use. HTS 1512.19.00 for other refined sunflower-seed oil; neutralization is conventional refining. Not chemically modified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.4%+17.5%20.9%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.4%+10.0%13.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.4%+10.0%13.4%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

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

1512.11.00Same rate: 20.9%

If pre-neutralization

Crude high-FFA oil is 1512.11.

1522.00.00Higher: 21.3% vs 20.9%

If neutralization soap-stock

Soap-stocks from neutralization go to 1522.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข FFA content <0.1% post-neutralization in lab reports

โ€ข Soap content verification to avoid residue issues

Related Products under HTS 1512.19.00

Refined Sunflower Oil

This is crude sunflower-seed oil that has undergone refining processes such as degumming, neutralization, and deodorization to remove impurities, making it suitable for cooking and food manufacturing. It falls under HTS 1512.19.00 as sunflower-seed oil and fractions thereof, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified. The 'other' category applies since it is not specifically listed as crude.

High Oleic Sunflower Oil

High oleic sunflower oil is a refined variant bred for higher monounsaturated fat content, ideal for frying and extended shelf life in processed foods. Classified under HTS 1512.19.00 as it is refined sunflower-seed oil without chemical modification, fitting the 'other' subcategory. Selective breeding does not constitute chemical modification.

Organic Refined Sunflower Oil

Certified organic refined sunflower oil from seeds grown without synthetic pesticides, refined to maintain purity for health-conscious consumers. It is under HTS 1512.19.00 as refined sunflower-seed oil, not chemically modified, with organic status noted per statistical notes. Fits 'other' as standard refined product.

Sunflower Oil Mid-Fraction

A mid-fraction of sunflower-seed oil obtained through physical fractionation, used in margarines and shortenings for its semi-solid texture. Classified in HTS 1512.19.00 as a fraction of sunflower oil, refined but not chemically modified, under the 'other' category. Physical separation keeps it in this heading.

Safflower Cooking Oil

Refined safflower oil, high in polyunsaturated fats, used for salad dressings and light cooking due to its neutral flavor. Falls under HTS 1512.19.00 as safflower oil and fractions thereof, refined but not chemically modified, in the 'other' subheading. Covers edible refined safflower variants.

Cottonseed Salad Oil

Winterized and refined cottonseed oil used in salad dressings for its light color and mild taste after removal of waxes. Classified under HTS 1512.19.00 as cottonseed oil, refined without chemical modification, fitting 'other' for such processed forms. Winterization is a physical refining step.