1517.90.20.40/Palm Kernel Baking Fat/Mexico

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

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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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