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SITCSection 4
U.S. imports of refined soybean oil & its fractions (SITC 42119) totaled $16.8M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Refined Soybean Oil & Its Fractions imports of $16.8M in April 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $15.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataRefined soybean oil — bleached, deodorized, and often further processed into fractions such as soybean stearin or soybean olein — is a staple cooking and food-manufacturing ingredient as well as a feedstock for industrial applications including inks and coatings. The refining process distinguishes this heading from crude soybean oil and typically results in a product with a neutral flavor profile and extended shelf life suited to retail and food-service channels. Importers should be aware that refined soybean oil destined for food use is subject to FDA labeling and admissibility requirements, and that origin-specific Section 301 measures may apply depending on the supplying country.
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Fractions are products obtained by physically separating refined soybean oil into components with different melting points — typically a solid fraction (soybean stearin) and a liquid fraction (soybean olein) — through controlled crystallization and filtration. These fractions remain classified here as long as they have not been chemically modified. Hydrogenated soybean oil, by contrast, is chemically modified and classified in a different heading.
Food-grade refined soybean oil must be accompanied by documentation establishing it is fit for human consumption, including a certificate of analysis and, where applicable, a prior notice filing with FDA under the Bioterrorism Act. The importing facility should also be registered with FDA if it is a food facility. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-regulated importer of record for guidance specific to your shipment.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $16.2M | $5.8M | -$10.4M |
| MEXICO | $537K | $8.1M | +$7.6M |
| PANAMA | -- | $802K | +$802K |
| SAUDI ARABIA | -- | $614K | +$614K |
| BAHAMAS | -- | $551K | +$551K |
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