Refined Inter-Esterified Rapeseed Oil from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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