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.

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.

1515.50.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25.2%

If merely refined but not hydrogenated or inter-esterified

Unmodified refined rapeseed oil stays in 1515 for fixed vegetable oils.

1522.00.00.00Lower: 21.3% vs 25.2%

If resulting in soap-stocks or residues

By-products like soap-stocks from processing fall into 1522 per chapter notes.

1516.20Same rate: 25.2%

If statistical breakouts for other fractions

Specific subheadings may apply based on refinement level or milk solids, but core heading remains 1516.20.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide processing certificates detailing inter-esterification method to distinguish from simple refined oils in 1515

Label with exact fat composition; FDA prior notice required for food-grade imports

Avoid declaring as 'edible oil' without specs—Customs may classify as further prepared if not purely rapeseed-derived