Tropical Fat Hardstock from Japan
High-melting blend of palm kernel and coconut fats used to harden margarines and shortenings. HTS 1517.90.90 for edible mixtures of different tropical vegetable oil fractions.
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
• Specify IV (iodine value) and melting point for quality assurance
• Bulk tanker declarations lower costs vs. drummed shipments
• Check EU deforestation regulations for palm imports