Denatured Rapeseed Methyl Ester Precursor Oil from Canada
Denatured refined rapeseed oil used as precursor in transesterification for fatty acid methyl esters in fuels. Falls under 1514.99.50.10 for denatured rape/colza fractions, excluding chemically modified products. Chapter notes preserve classification for mere denaturation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify no chemical modification beyond denaturation via supplier affidavits; segregate from food oils in transit
• Common issue: Customs reclassification without denaturation proof