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Refined Corn Oil Fraction

Stearin fraction of corn oil, fully refined, washed, bleached, and deodorized for confectionery shortenings. HTS 1515.29.00.40 includes such refined fractions of corn oil.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+20.0%23.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1515.21.00.00Same rate: 23.4%

If crude fraction

Crude fractions before full refinement go under crude corn oil.

1518.00.20.00Lower: 20% vs 23.4%

If chemically fractionated

Chemical modification of fractions moves to heading 1518.

1520.00.00.00Lower: 20% vs 23.4%

If glycerol esters dominant

High glycerol content fractions classified as glycerol esters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify fraction type (stearin/olein) and melting point in commercial invoice

• Ensure no chemical fractionation; physical separation only for this heading

• Validate iodine value to confirm fraction purity during customs exam