Alkali-Refined Corn Oil for Oleochemical Feedstock from Germany
Fractions of corn oil alkali-refined to remove impurities, classified in HTS 1515.29.0020 as once-refined without bleaching/deodorizing. Key feedstock for oleochemicals like fatty alcohols and amines. Preserves triglyceride structure for hydrolysis processes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include hydrolysis process descriptions in entry docs to justify industrial tariff treatment
• Lab reports on refining extent prevent disputes with fully refined competitors
• Bulk tanker imports require residue certificates to avoid contamination claims