Soybean Lecithin and Shea Butter Emulsion from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• 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