Sunflower Soybean Pastry Fat from Japan
All-vegetable pastry shortening from sunflower and soybean oils with >5% soybean, solid for layered doughs. Classed in HTS 1517.90.1040 as baking fat artificial mixture wholly of vegetables. Provides flakiness without trans fats.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify GMO status of soybean component if targeting organic markets per statistical notes
• Declare exact blend ratios on commercial invoice to match statistical reporting
• Test for moisture content to ensure stability and avoid spoilage claims