Degummed Palm Kernel Oil from Japan
Palm kernel oil from which gums and phospholipids have been removed via hydration or acid treatment. It is included in HTS 1513.29.00.00 as a refined fraction of palm kernel oil.
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
• Include phospholipid content specs (<10ppm) to validate degumming efficacy
• Separate declarations for acid vs water degumming to address process concerns
• Test for mycotoxins common in palm kernel to meet FDA import alerts