Re-Esterified Rapeseed Oil for Confectionery Fats from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document re-esterification specifics to avoid 1517 mixture classification
• Ensure no organic certification claims without USDA approval per statistical note