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Palm Kernel Olein Fraction

The liquid fraction obtained from fractionating refined palm kernel oil, primarily consisting of triglycerides with lower melting points. Classified under HTS 1513.29.00.00 as a fraction of palm kernel oil, not chemically modified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1513.21.00.00Same rate: 20%

If unfractionated crude oil

Absence of fractionation keeps it under the crude palm kernel oil subheading.

1516.20Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If further processed by hydrogenation

Any chemical modification like hydrogenation moves it to processed vegetable fats.

0403Higher: 29.5% vs 20%

If blended with dairy fats over certain limits

Significant dairy fat blending may classify it as a dairy product preparation rather than pure vegetable oil.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include fractionation process documentation to distinguish from fully refined oil and support fraction status

• Ensure fatty acid profile tests confirm no chemical interesterification, which would change classification

• Use IV (iodine value) specifications in invoices to aid customs in verifying olein purity