U.S. exports of Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions (SITC 42169) totaled $7.9M in August 2026.
Importers of Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions paid $11K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.37% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRefined corn oil is a staple edible oil in US food manufacturing, valued for its neutral flavor, high smoke point, and cost competitiveness relative to other refined vegetable oils. Its fractions — including winterized corn oil used in salad dressings that must remain clear at refrigerator temperatures — serve specialized food-processing applications. FDA identity standards apply to retail-packaged corn oil, and importers should ensure labeling accurately reflects the degree of refinement and any blending.
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97 import shipments a month
Winterized corn oil is refined corn oil that has been chilled and filtered to remove waxes and high-melting-point triglycerides, keeping it clear at low temperatures. It is a fraction of refined corn oil and is captured under this SITC heading. Buyers should specify winterization in purchase contracts, as it commands a price premium and has distinct technical specifications.
Trade-remedy exposure for refined corn oil depends on the country of origin and the specific HTS tariff line. Importers should verify with a licensed customs broker whether antidumping, countervailing duty, or Section 301 measures apply to their specific origin and product before filing entry.
Basic heading 10 of 41 in section 4
Basic heading 42169 · $7.9M of $210.6M
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Exports · August 2026
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $28.5M of Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions and exported $50.2M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.