Washed Refined Maize Oil
Fully washed and refined maize (corn) oil, bleached for clarity, used in margarine production. HTS 1515.29.00.40 covers this as other fully refined corn oil not chemically modified.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If only partially refined
Incomplete washing or bleaching qualifies as 'other' non-fully refined.
If from sunflower instead of corn
Same refinement level but different vegetable oil source changes the heading.
If soap-stocks or foots
Residues like soap-stocks from washing process fall under heading 1522 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit bills of lading specifying 'fully refined' and include refinery certificates
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for food-grade vegetable oils entering the US
• Test for trans fats if destined for retail to meet labeling regulations
Related Products under HTS 1515.29.00.40
Fully Refined Corn Oil
This is high-oleic, fully refined corn oil that has undergone washing, bleaching, and deodorization processes to remove impurities, free fatty acids, and odors. It falls under HTS 1515.29.00.40 as 'other' fully refined corn oil fractions not chemically modified, suitable for cooking and food manufacturing.
Bleached Deodorized Corn Oil
Bleached and deodorized corn oil, fully refined for neutral flavor and light color, used in salad dressings and baking. Classified under HTS 1515.29.00.40 as fully refined, washed, bleached, or deodorized corn oil fractions.
Deodorized Corn Oil for Frying
High-stability deodorized corn oil fully refined through washing and bleaching, ideal for deep frying in commercial kitchens. Falls under HTS 1515.29.00.40 for fully refined corn oil fractions.
Premium Bleached Corn Oil
Premium grade corn oil bleached to low color index (<1 Red Lovibond), fully refined and washed for pharmaceutical excipient use. Classified in HTS 1515.29.00.40 as other fully refined corn oil.
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.
Food-Grade RBD Corn Oil
RBD (refined, bleached, deodorized) corn oil meeting food-grade standards, fully washed for purity. Under HTS 1515.29.00.40 as fully refined corn oil.