Soybean-Based Baking Margarine from Japan
A solid margarine blend containing over 5% soybean oil, designed specifically for baking applications like pie crusts and pastries. It falls under HTS 1517.90.1060 as an artificial mixture of animal and vegetable fats with soybean oil content, categorized as baking fat other than standard shortenings. This classification distinguishes it from frying fats or mixtures under heading 1516.
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
• Verify soybean oil content exceeds 5% via lab analysis for accurate classification; provide certificates of analysis showing milk solids if applicable
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA standards for margarine to avoid reclassification
• Watch for trans fat declarations to prevent FDA holds