Palm Kernel Baking Fat from China
Specialty baking fat derived solely from palm kernel oil, used in confectionery and icings for creaminess. HTS 1517.90.20.40 covers this wholly vegetable artificial preparation for baking applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish palm kernel from palm oil origins in docs to avoid misclassification
• Certify lauric acid content for specialty baking validation
• Bundle with end-use letters from US buyers for baking intent proof