Coconut Palm Fry Fat Blend from Japan
A premium frying fat blending coconut and palm oils, wholly vegetable, with natural stability for repeated frying cycles in restaurants. HTS 1517.90.20.40 applies due to its artificial mixing of vegetable oils for specialized frying performance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document exact blend ratios of coconut and palm to confirm artificial mixture status
• Check for palm oil sustainability certifications (RSPO) to meet voluntary US import preferences
• Monitor moisture content below 0.1% to qualify as dry fat without water penalties