Corn Lecithin De-oiled Powder from Japan
Corn lecithin de-oiled powder is a phosphoaminolipid with oil removed for higher purity in bakery applications. Classified in HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other,' it fits Chapter 29 for water-dissolved or stabilized compounds per notes (d) and (f).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6210%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document de-oiling process to prove removal from Chapter 15 oils
• Ensure allergen labeling for corn sensitivity
• Bulk powder import avoids retail food prep classification