Refined Corn Oil from Japan
Refined corn oil is extracted from maize kernels, purified to remove impurities, and used primarily for cooking and frying. It falls under HTS 1515.29.00 as a fraction of corn oil that is refined but not chemically modified, distinguishing it from crude versions in 1515.21.
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
• Verify refinement process documentation to confirm no chemical modification, as that shifts classification to Chapter 15 headings like 1515.90
• Include certificates of analysis showing peroxide value and free fatty acid content to prove purity standards for food-grade imports
• Label clearly as 'refined corn oil' to avoid misclassification as crude oil under 1515.21.00