Wholly Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil Blocks
Solid blocks of wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil used as a base for margarine production and baking shortenings. This product falls under HTS 1517.90.90.85 because it is cottonseed oil that has been fully hydrogenated, transforming it into a solid fat classified among edible mixtures and preparations of vegetable oils outside heading 1516.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not wholly hydrogenated
Partially hydrogenated cottonseed oil fractions remain under heading 1516 for animal/vegetable fats, not moving to 1517 preparations.
If chemically modified beyond hydrogenation
Further modifications like esterification classify it as 'other' animal/vegetable fats under 1518, distinct from simple hydrogenated oils.
If sold as industrial residues or foots
Soap-stocks or dregs from cottonseed oil processing fall in 1522 per chapter notes, not edible preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify hydrogenation level through lab analysis (iodine value <5) to confirm classification under 1517.90.90.85 and avoid reclassification as partially hydrogenated oils
• Provide certificates of analysis detailing fatty acid profile and absence of trans fats to meet FDA labeling requirements for edible fats
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'wholly hydrogenated' and origin to prevent pitfalls with general vegetable fat headings
Related Products under HTS 1517.90.90.85
Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil Flakes
Flake-form wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil for easy melting in food manufacturing. Classified in HTS 1517.90.90.85 as it represents a wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil preparation for edible mixtures like margarine, differentiated from crude oils in prior headings.
All-Hydrogenated Cottonseed Stearine
High-melt stearine derived from wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil, used in confectionery and bakery fats. HTS 1517.90.90.85 applies as it's specifically wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil, part of edible fat preparations excluding 1516 fractions.
Cottonseed Oil Fully Hydrogenated Pellets
Pelletized wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil for convenient dosing in industrial baking mixes. This fits HTS 1517.90.90.85 due to its complete hydrogenation making it a solid edible preparation from cottonseed oil.
Wholly Hydrogenated Cottonseed Fat Powder
Spray-dried powder of wholly hydrogenated cottonseed oil for dry mixes and chocolate compounds. Classified under HTS 1517.90.90.85 as a prepared edible fat from fully hydrogenated cottonseed oil.