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Frying Fat with Soybean Oil

Industrial frying fat blend containing soybean oil (over 5%) with cottonseed and palm fractions for restaurant use. HTS 1517.90.10 applies to this multi-fat edible preparation from chapter headings 1501-1515.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China18%+20.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico18%+10.0%28%
🇨🇦Canada18%+10.0%28%
🇩🇪Germany18%—18%
🇯🇵Japan18%—18%

Alternative Classifications

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

1518.00.40.00Lower: 28% vs 38%

If chemically modified beyond simple mixing

Hydrogenated or interesterified fats classify under heading 1518 for modified products.

1512.21.00.00Lower: 20% vs 38%

If predominantly sunflower oil with minor soybean

Primary oil determines heading if soybean falls below 5% threshold.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for oxidative stability as soybean oil blends may require antioxidants listed in documentation

• Include smoke point data in specs to differentiate from pure oils under heading 1516

• Avoid bulk packaging mislabeled as 'oil' to prevent duty reassessment

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