Vegan Soybean Baking Fat Blend from Japan
A plant-based artificial mixture exceeding 5% soybean oil, blended with palm and coconut oils for vegan baking in cakes and muffins. HTS 1517.90.1060 applies to this non-dairy baking fat, distinct from heading 1516 fractions and frying types. Fully emulsified for creaming functionality.
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
• Confirm vegan status with affidavits excluding animal fats; test for allergen labeling under soy
• Package in bulk for commercial use to avoid retail set issues
• Pitfall: Overlooking microbial fat inclusions which still qualify under chapter scope