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Re-esterified Shea Butter Fraction

Shea butter vegetable fat re-esterified for cosmetics base (food grade available). Modified fraction under HTS 1516.20.91.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1515.90Lower: 15.7% vs 20%

If unmodified shea fat

Unmodified in 1515; cosmetic may go to Chapter 33.

3304.99.50.00Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If for cosmetic retail preparations

Beauty products shift to Chapter 33.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Distinguish food vs cosmetic grade via intended use declaration