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Bakery Fat Emulsion Base from Japan

A plasticized blend of lard fractions and vegetable oils used as a base for bakery emulsions, excluding full margarine definition. Fits HTS 1517.90.90 for edible mixtures of animal and vegetable fat fractions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Disclose animal fat percentages for Halal/Kosher certification if required

• Provide stability tests showing non-emulsified state to stay out of margarine subs

• Use industrial packaging to avoid consumer product regulations