Tropical Fat Hardstock from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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