Crude Rapeseed Oil for Soap Manufacturing

Technical grade crude rapeseed oil imported specifically for saponification in soap and detergent production. Meets HTS 1514.91.90.10 criteria as other crude rape/colza oil fractions, not chemically modified. High free fatty acid content ideal for soapstock production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

3401.20.00Higher: 35% vs 23.9%

If partially saponified on import

Soap in any form, even crude, falls under Chapter 34 per tariff structure.

1522.00.00Lower: 21.3% vs 23.9%

If imported as soap-stock

Chapter notes specifically place soap-stocks from vegetable oils in heading 1522.

1518.00Lower: 18% vs 23.9%

If inedible grade for non-food uses

Industrial inedible oils may classify under animal/inedible preparations heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify saponification value range (188-196 mg KOH/g) in technical specs; avoid deodorized oils which may reclassify as refined; comply with TSCA import certification for chemical feedstocks

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Industrial Crude Colza Oil for Lubricants

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Unrefined Mustard Seed Oil (Crude)

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Cold-Pressed Crude Canola Oil (Industrial Grade)

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Crude High-Erucic Rapeseed Oil

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