Cottonseed Soy Frying Shortening from Japan
Wholly vegetable frying shortening blending cottonseed and soybean oils (>5% soy), for deep-fat frying. HTS 1517.90.1040 covers such artificial mixtures for frying/baking. Resistant to oxidation for repeated use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates for oils to qualify for preferential tariff treatments
• Refrigerated shipping recommended to maintain solidity per product specs
• Screen for pesticide residues common in cottonseed oil imports