Wholly Hydrogenated Soy Oil for Margarine Base from Japan
Solid base fat from wholly hydrogenated soybean oil used in margarine production for stability. Falls under HTS 1517.90.90.25 as an 'other' edible preparation of hydrogenated vegetable fats, not final margarine or heading 1516 oils.
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
• Include end-use statement specifying margarine production to justify classification and duty rate
• Monitor EU REACH-like requirements if transshipping; full hydrogenation avoids trans fat bans
• Package in nitrogen-flushed bags to maintain oxidative stability during ocean freight