Degummed Corn Oil for Technical Emulsions from Mexico
Corn oil degummed through caustic/alkali treatment but not further refined, precisely under HTS 1515.29.0020. Used in manufacturing technical emulsions for textiles and paper sizing. Phospholipid removal enhances emulsion stability without color/odor refinement.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide emulsion formulation specs showing non-food use to ease customs clearance
• Certify no bleaching agents used via analytical reports to maintain once-refined status
• Declare volume accurately; statistical note kg cmsc not applicable but quantity precision matters