Sunflower Lecithin Liquid

Sunflower lecithin liquid is a phosphoaminolipid derived from sunflower seeds, valued for its non-GMO properties in supplements and baking. Classified under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other' lecithins, it qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a). The liquid form uses minimal solvents for safety in transport.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+25.0%30%
🇲🇽Mexico5%5%
🇨🇦Canada5%5%
🇩🇪Germany5%5%
🇯🇵Japan5%5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1517.90.90Lower: 17.5% vs 30%

If containing >50% sunflower oil residues

High oil content shifts classification to Chapter 15 mixed vegetable oils rather than purified phosphoaminolipids.

2106.90.54Lower: 17.5% vs 30%

If put up in retail packages for food supplement use

Retail-ready food preparations containing lecithin fall under Chapter 21, excluding Chapter 29 pure compounds.

3204.19.40Lower: 16.5% vs 30%

If formulated with synthetic fluorescent agents for industrial dyes

Chapter 32 excludes and covers coloring matter mixtures, superseding Chapter 29 per exclusion note (g).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure documentation shows extraction method to distinguish from crude oils; test for heavy metals common in seed-derived products

Use bulk industrial packaging to avoid retail classification shifts

Comply with USDA non-GMO labeling if marketed as such

Related Products under HTS 2923.20.20.50

Soy Lecithin Granules

Soy lecithin granules are a natural phosphoaminolipid extracted from soybeans, used as an emulsifier in food and cosmetics. This product falls under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other lecithins and phosphoaminolipids' that are chemically defined or contain impurities but meet chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds. They are commonly added to chocolate and supplements for texture improvement.

Egg Yolk Lecithin Powder

Egg yolk lecithin powder is a phosphoaminolipid isolated from egg yolks, used in pharmaceuticals and nutrition for its choline content. It falls under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other phosphoaminolipids,' meeting Chapter 29 definitions for chemically defined compounds with possible impurities. Often stabilized for transport per note (f).

Rapeseed Lecithin Emulsifier

Rapeseed lecithin emulsifier is a phosphoaminolipid from canola oil processing, applied in margarine and paints. HTS 2923.20.20.50 covers it as 'other' per Chapter 29 for mixtures of isomers or impure organic compounds. Includes transport stabilizers without specific use adaptation.

Pharmaceutical Grade Phosphatidylcholine

Pharmaceutical grade phosphatidylcholine is a purified phosphoaminolipid used in liposomal drug delivery systems. It qualifies for HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other phosphoaminolipids,' chemically defined under Chapter 29 note (a) with allowed stabilizers. Excludes hormone or enzyme preparations.

Corn Lecithin De-oiled Powder

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).

Marine Phospholipids Concentrate

Marine phospholipids concentrate from krill or fish sources provides omega-3 bound phosphoaminolipids for supplements. HTS 2923.20.20.50 includes it as 'other phosphoaminolipids' under Chapter 29 organic compound definitions with impurities.