Soap-Stock from Vegetable Oil Refining from Germany
Soap-stock is the residue from alkali refining of vegetable oils like soybean or palm oil, containing soap formed from free fatty acids. Classified under HTS 1522.00.00.00 as residues from treatment of fatty substances. Used in animal feed or further fatty acid recovery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide refinery process certificates to confirm soap-stock status and avoid bulk oil classification
• Note FFA content on entry; high free fatty acid levels distinguish from edible oils under Chapter 15 headings
• Comply with USDA import permits if destined for animal feed use