Inter-esterified Coconut Oil from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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