Fully Hydrogenated Soybean Oil Flakes from Japan
Flake-form wholly hydrogenated soybean oil serving as a non-melting fat replacer in chocolate and spreads. Classified under HTS 1517.90.90.25 for its status as an edible preparation of hydrogenated soybean oil, fitting the 'other' category beyond margarine or heading 1516.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Provide manufacturer's specs confirming iodine value below 5 for full hydrogenation to match HTS criteria
• Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption, as flakes are hygroscopic, to avoid quality issues at entry
• Declare as food-grade with COA; watch for trans fat content limits under FDA rules despite zero trans from full hydrogenation