Industrial Corn Oil Fraction from Japan
Industrial corn oil fraction for non-food uses like soaps and paints, lower purity than food-grade. Still HTS 1515.29.00 as refined vegetable fat fraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare end-use as industrial to match lower food safety standards
• No need for food certs but provide flash point for safety
• Avoid food-grade labeling to prevent higher scrutiny