Palm Kernel Baking Fat from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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