Hydrogenated Soybean Fatty Acids from Mexico
Soybean oil fatty acids hydrogenated to >90% saturation for stability. Classified HTS 2915.90.10 as vegetable-origin saturated fatty acids post-processing. Used in alkyd resins and lubricants.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Iodine value documentation (<10) proves saturation required for 2915 classification
• Hydrogenation process description prevents Chapter 15 oil classification
• Specify 18-carbon predominance for proper saturated acid valuation