Refined Cottonseed Oil
This is high-oleic refined cottonseed oil extracted from cottonseeds, bleached, and deodorized for culinary use. It falls under HTS 1512.29.00 as a fraction of cottonseed oil that is refined but not chemically modified. Commonly used in frying and baking due to its neutral flavor and high smoke point.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude or unrefined
Crude cottonseed oil before refining processes like bleaching falls under the crude subheading.
If chemically modified such as hydrogenated
Chemically modified cottonseed oils like partially hydrogenated versions shift to heading 1518.
If in the form of oil-cake after extraction
Residues from cottonseed oil pressing are classified as feed cakes in Chapter 23, not oils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify peroxide value and free fatty acid content via lab testing to confirm refinement standards and avoid misclassification
• Include detailed certificates of analysis showing no chemical modification to comply with Chapter 15 notes
• Label with accurate oil origin and refinement process to prevent customs holds on food safety grounds
Related Products under HTS 1512.29.00
Cottonseed Cooking Oil Blend
A refined fraction of cottonseed oil blended for retail cooking oil, not chemically altered. Classified under HTS 1512.29.00 as other cottonseed oil fractions, distinct from crude or specific fixed types. Ideal for salad dressings and general household cooking.
Bleached Cottonseed Oil Fraction
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.
Deodorized Cottonseed Salad Oil
Fully deodorized cottonseed oil fraction suitable for cold applications like salads, refined physically without chemicals. Falls under HTS 1512.29.00 for other cottonseed oils and fractions. Known for clarity and light taste in dressings.
Industrial Cottonseed Oil Fraction
Refined cottonseed oil fraction for non-food industrial applications like paints, not chemically modified. Classified in HTS 1512.29.00 as other cottonseed oil. Provides drying properties in varnishes and lubricants.
Neutralized Cottonseed Oil
Cottonseed oil fraction neutralized to remove free fatty acids, prior to full refinement, not chemically modified. Under HTS 1512.29.00 as other cottonseed fractions. Intermediate product for further food processing.
High Oleic Cottonseed Oil
Refined high-oleic cottonseed oil fraction from genetically selected seeds, physically refined only. Fits HTS 1512.29.00 for other refined cottonseed oils. Preferred for extended shelf life in snacks and frying.