SITCSection 4

Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions

Name: Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions (SITC 42169) -- U.S. Import Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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SITC 42169Basic heading5-digit

U.S. imports · July 2026: $2.3M; YTD $19.2M

U.S. exports · July 2026: $1.3M

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U.S. imports of refined corn (maize) oil and its fractions (SITC 42169) totaled $2.3M in July 2026, traded with 10 countries.

Importers of Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions paid $17K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $139K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Refined Corn (Maize) Oil and Its Fractions imports of $2.3M in July 2026 ran 17% below the year-to-date monthly average of $2.7M.

Last updated: July 2026 data

Refined 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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80 shipments/mo

12-month trend

ImportsExports

Imports

$2.3MYoY · Pro

Exports

$1.3MYoY · Pro

12-mo low · imports

YoY · Pro

$17.4M$0

June 2025December 2025July 2026

Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

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Basic heading 27 of 41 in section 4

Share of section 4 imports0.12%

Basic heading 42169 · $2.3M of $1.8B

Where it comes from, where it lands, what it pays

Imports · July 2026

Countries

origin

Canada and Mexico together supply 94% of it.

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Districts

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destination

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Ports

entry

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is winterized corn oil, and does it fall under this classification?

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.

Are there any trade-remedy measures that affect refined corn oil imports?

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.