Votated Fully Hydrogenated Soybean Oil from Japan
Votated (beadlet) form of wholly hydrogenated soybean oil for uniform dispersion in doughs. HTS 1517.90.90.25 applies as an edible preparation of fully hydrogenated soy oil, in the 'other' subcategory.
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
• Document votation process as physical modification, not chemical, to stay in 1517
• Test for bead integrity post-shipment; use vented containers to prevent clumping
• FSVP verification required—audit suppliers for soy adulteration risks