Once-Refined Corn Oil Fraction for Soapstock Production from Mexico
Corn oil partially refined via alkali wash only, meeting HTS 1515.29.0020 criteria as not bleached/deodorized. Serves as input for soapstock and fatty acid splitting in oleochemical industries. Retains soap-forming impurities removed in later refining stages.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document intended downstream use in soap production to support industrial classification
• Test for acid value post-wash; excessive FFA may trigger reclassification as crude
• Avoid retail packaging to prevent scrutiny as edible oil under food regs