Turkish Virgin Olive Oil Memecik
This is a virgin olive oil from the Memecik olive variety, produced in Turkey by cold-pressing without any refining or chemical treatment. It qualifies under tariff item 1509.30.00 as a virgin olive oil, which is obtained solely by mechanical means and has not undergone chemical modification.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the oil is refined or blended with other oils
Refined olive oil or blends fall under this item, which covers olive oil that has been refined but not chemically modified.
If the product is actually soybean oil mislabeled as olive oil
Soybean oil is classified under heading 15.07, not 15.09, and would be subject to different duty rates.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled as 'virgin olive oil' and meets the free acidity limit of 2.0 g/100 g for subheading 1509.30
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
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