Inter-esterified Coconut Oil from Japan
Coconut oil fractions re-esterified for use in infant formula and non-dairy creamers to mimic human milk fat structure. This chemical modification without further preparation qualifies it for HTS 1516.20.91.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include processing certificates detailing inter-esterification method and purity levels
• Comply with infant formula-specific import regs if end-use declared
• Avoid misdeclaring as crude coconut oil, which falls under 1513