Re-Esterified Rapeseed Oil for Confectionery Fats

Rapeseed oil re-esterified to mimic cocoa butter properties for chocolate coatings. HTS 1516.20.10.00 covers this as re-esterified vegetable oil from rapeseed, not further prepared into final confection. The process tailors melting points for industrial candy production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.7%+17.5%25.2%
🇲🇽Mexico7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇨🇦Canada7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇩🇪Germany7.7%+10.0%17.7%
🇯🇵Japan7.7%+10.0%17.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

1516.10.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25.2%

If from palm kernel instead

Similar processing but different oil source changes to 1516.10.

1806.90Lower: 16% vs 25.2%

If incorporated into chocolate products

Once mixed into chocolate, it becomes part of preparations in Chapter 18.

1520.00.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25.2%

If glycerin extracted

Resulting glycerol residues classify in 1520.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document re-esterification specifics to avoid 1517 mixture classification

Ensure no organic certification claims without USDA approval per statistical note

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Refined Inter-Esterified Rapeseed Oil

Rapeseed oil that undergoes inter-esterification to rearrange fatty acids for better functionality in baking fats. Classified in HTS 1516.20.10.00 for its modified structure via re-esterification while remaining a pure rapeseed fraction, not further prepared. This process enhances physical properties without adding other substances.

Refined Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil Bulk

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Industrial Re-Esterified Rapeseed Stearin Fraction

Re-esterified stearin fraction from rapeseed oil for non-edible coatings. HTS 1516.20.10.00 applies to this modified fraction as rapeseed-derived, not further prepared. Used in polishes and inks.

Fully Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil Powder Base

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Rapeseed Oil Elaidinized for Cosmetics

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