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Once-Refined Cottonseed Oil RBD Precursor from Japan

Precursor to RBD (refined, bleached, deodorized) cottonseed oil, limited to caustic wash refinement. HTS 1512.29.0020 for this intermediate product. Supplied to refineries for final processing.

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

Processing sequence affidavits from producer confirm once-refined status

Colorimeter readings prove absence of bleaching (Lovibond scale >10R)

Insure against odor development during long-haul imports