Bacterial Lipid Fraction for Biodiesel from Mexico
Lipids from engineered bacteria, inter-esterified for biofuel precursors. Classified 1516.30.00.00 as microbial oil fraction, not transesterified yet. Industrial energy application.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare biofuel intent for potential duty relief programs
• ASTM specs for fuel quality at entry
• Biotech risk assessment for customs