Denatured Colza Oil for Biodiesel Feedstock from Japan
Refined colza oil fraction denatured for use as biodiesel production feedstock, preventing diversion to food markets. HTS 1514.99.50.10 applies to denatured fractions of rape/colza oil, not chemically modified. This ensures separation from edible oils per tariff structure.
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
• Provide end-use declaration for biofuel to qualify for potential duty relief; test for denaturation residuals
• Avoid pitfall of incomplete bills of lading lacking 'denatured' notation