Industrial Once-Refined Cottonseed Oil from Canada
Cottonseed oil subjected solely to alkali or caustic washing for industrial applications like soap production or animal feed emulsifiers. HTS 1512.29.0020 applies as it matches the once-refined definition without further purification. Not intended for direct human consumption.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare end-use as industrial to potentially qualify for lower duties or exemptions under certain trade agreements
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) detailing caustic wash residuals for hazmat compliance
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk shipments reduce scrutiny for food-grade misclassification