Soybean Lecithin and Shea Butter Emulsion
A smooth emulsion of soybean lecithin and shea butter for confectionery and cosmetics bases. Classified in HTS 1517.90.90.90 as an edible preparation mixing microbial-derived lecithin with vegetable fat. Excludes heading 1516 oils.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If animal fat emulsified like margarine
Addition of animal fractions creating margarine-like product moves to 1516.
If merely denatured or inedible
Chapter note specifies denatured mixtures classify by base fat, not 1517.
If glycerol ester dominant
High lecithin/glycerol content may shift to heading 1520 for glycerol esters.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• GMO disclosure required for soybean components; use non-GMO certified if targeting organic markets
• Test for microbial stability to affirm edible status and avoid Chapter 15 denatured fat headings
• Document fraction purity to prevent confusion with soap-stocks under 1522
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