Acid Oils from Soybean Refining from Japan
Acid oils from soybean refining are by-products containing free fatty acids liberated during vegetable oil deodorization and neutralization processes. Used industrially in soapstock, animal feed additives, and biofuel production. Classified in HTS 3823.19.4000 as 'other' acid oils from refining.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide free fatty acid (FFA) content >6% and neutralization history to distinguish from crude vegetable oils
• Include end-use statement for industrial applications to avoid livestock feed scrutiny under different regulations