Bleached Palm Kernel Oil from Japan
Palm kernel oil treated with bleaching earth to remove color pigments and impurities during refining. It is categorized under HTS 1513.29.00.00 as refined palm kernel oil or fractions thereof, without chemical modification.
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
• Submit refining logs showing bleaching as physical adsorption, not chemical alteration
• Avoid 'deodorized' mislabeling if not fully refined, to prevent duty disputes
• Comply with FDA prior notice for food-grade shipments destined for US consumption