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Acid Oil from Soybean Oil Neutralization

Acid oil is the soap-stock residue from phosphoric acid neutralization in soybean oil refining. HTS 1522.00.00.00 applies to these vegetable fatty treatment residues. Common feedstock for fatty acids.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+17.5%21.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%+10.0%13.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1518.00Lower: 18% vs 21.3%

If from continuous splitting

Continuous countercurrent processes use 1518; batch neutralization uses 1522.

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Import Tips & Compliance

FFA percentage declaration critical - above 50% confirms residue status

Distinguish from crude oil via neutralization process proof

GMO documentation if US soybean origin

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Soap-Stock from Vegetable Oil Refining

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Glycerol Pitch from Biodiesel Production

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Dregs from Tallow Rendering

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