Bleached Cottonseed Oil Fraction from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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