1507.90.20.00 - Pharmaceutical Grade meeting FDA requirements for use in intravenous fat emulsions, valued over $5/kg

This HTS classification, 1507.90.20.00, specifically covers soybean oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, that meet stringent pharmaceutical grade requirements and comply with FDA regulations for use in intravenous fat emulsions. A key distinguishing factor for this classification is its valuation; only product exceeding $5 per kilogram falls under this specific code. This ensures that highly purified and specialized grades of soybean oil intended for critical medical applications are appropriately categorized.

This category differs from its sibling, 1507.90.40, which is designated for "Other" soybean oil and its fractions. The distinction lies in the specific pharmaceutical grade, FDA compliance, and the higher value threshold of 1507.90.20.00. While both may encompass refined soybean oil, the intended use and quality standards for intravenous fat emulsions necessitate a separate classification for this premium product.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification into 1507.90.20.00 is determined by meeting all the specified criteria: being soybean oil or its fractions, not chemically modified, possessing pharmaceutical grade quality meeting FDA standards for intravenous fat emulsions, and having a value greater than $5 per kilogram. This detailed specification ensures that highly controlled and regulated medical-grade soybean oil is precisely identified within the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.