Re-Esterified Rapeseed Oil for Confectionery Fats from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document re-esterification specifics to avoid 1517 mixture classification
• Ensure no organic certification claims without USDA approval per statistical note