Bleached Cottonseed Oil Fraction from Germany
Bleached cottonseed oil fraction obtained post-neutralization and before deodorization, not chemically modified. It qualifies for HTS 1512.29.00 as an other refined cottonseed oil product. Used in margarine production and industrial food manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit bleaching earth residue test results to demonstrate physical refinement only
• Classify based on completion state; semi-refined may border on crude if not fully processed
• Watch for EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe for chemical residue checks