Acid Oil from Soybean Oil Neutralization from Japan
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.
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
• FFA percentage declaration critical - above 50% confirms residue status
• Distinguish from crude oil via neutralization process proof
• GMO documentation if US soybean origin