Industrial Refined Sunflower Oil
Industrial refined sunflower oil is refined sunflower-seed oil intended for non-food industrial uses such as soap manufacturing. The refining process is physical and does not chemically modify the oil, so it is classifiable under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.
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 not for processing but for direct use or sale
Sibling item covers other sunflower-seed oil not for processing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the oil is refined but not chemically modified, and that it is for processing in an industrial application
• Provide documentation showing the intended industrial use to support classification
• Ensure the shipment is labeled as industrial-grade to avoid confusion with food-grade oil
Related Products under Tariff item 1512.19.11
Bleached Sunflower Oil
Bleached sunflower oil is sunflower-seed oil that has been treated with natural bleaching earths to remove color and improve clarity. This physical refining process does not chemically modify the oil, so it remains classifiable under tariff item 1512.19.11 as sunflower-seed oil for processing.
Bulk Refined Sunflower Seed Oil
Bulk refined sunflower seed oil is refined sunflower-seed oil supplied in large quantities for food manufacturing. The refining process is physical and does not chemically modify the oil, so it is classifiable under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.
Cold-Pressed Refined Sunflower Oil
Cold-pressed refined sunflower oil is sunflower-seed oil refined through cold-pressing, a mechanical process that preserves flavor while removing impurities. Since cold-pressing is physical and does not chemically modify the oil, it falls under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.
Food Service Sunflower Oil Drums
Food service sunflower oil in drums is refined sunflower-seed oil packaged in 55-gallon drums for restaurant use. The oil is refined through physical processes and is not chemically modified, so it is classifiable under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.
High Oleic Sunflower Cooking Oil
High oleic sunflower cooking oil is a refined sunflower-seed oil variety with high oleic acid content, offering stability for high-heat cooking. The oil is refined physically and not chemically modified, so it falls under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.
High Oleic Sunflower Oil
High oleic sunflower oil is a refined sunflower-seed oil bred to contain elevated levels of monounsaturated oleic acid, providing improved oxidative stability for frying and processed foods. The breeding does not constitute chemical modification, so the oil remains classifiable under tariff item 1512.19.11 when imported for processing.