Confectionery Fat Soybean Blend

Specialty fat for chocolate and candy production, blending soybean oil (≥5%) with shea and palm fractions. Falls under HTS 1517.90.10 as an artificial edible mixture of distinct chapter fats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China18%+17.5%35.5%
🇲🇽Mexico18%+10.0%28%
🇨🇦Canada18%+10.0%28%
🇩🇪Germany18%+10.0%28%
🇯🇵Japan18%+10.0%28%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1518.00.20.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35.5%

If for lauric acid content >50% like coconut/palm kernel

Lauric fats have dedicated subheading regardless of soybean admixture.

1517.90Same rate: 35.5%

If mixtures containing ≥5% olive oil

Olive oil threshold creates separate statistical breakout in 1517.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify non-hydrogenated status if claiming premium product to avoid 1518 classification

Document melt point and compatibility for confectionery use in entry paperwork

Ensure kosher/halal certifications match fat sources for compliance

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