Rapeseed Lecithin Fraction from China
A fraction of rapeseed oil primarily lecithin, used as an emulsifier in food and cosmetics. Classified in HTS 1514.99.90 as other fractions of rapeseed oil not chemically modified. Degummed but retains natural composition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Specify phospholipid content in COA to justify fraction status vs. full oil
• GRAS affirmation letter needed if for food use in US
• Segregate from crude oils to avoid contamination cross-docking issues