Partially Hydrogenated Canola Cooking Oil from Japan
This is a partially hydrogenated canola oil designed for salad dressings and high-heat cooking applications. It falls under HTS 1517.90.90.15 as an edible mixture of vegetable oil fractions that has undergone partial hydrogenation to improve stability and shelf life, distinguishing it from fully refined oils in heading 1516.
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
• Verify the degree of hydrogenation via lab analysis to confirm classification under 1517, as fully hydrogenated products may shift to other subheadings
• Include detailed certificates of analysis showing partial hydrogenation and fat composition to avoid misclassification as margarine
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA trans fat disclosure rules to prevent customs holds on health claim violations