Re-esterified Palm Stearin Fraction

Palm stearin fraction re-esterified for chocolate coating applications. As modified vegetable fat not further prepared, under HTS 1516.20.91.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1511.90.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If palm stearin not chemically modified

Unmodified palm fractions in specific subheadings.

1806.90Lower: 16% vs 17.5%

If incorporated into chocolate preparations

Further prepared into food products shifts to Chapter 18.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish stearin fractions via melt point documentation

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