Bulk Crude Colza Oil for Paint Manufacturing
Bulk Crude Colza Oil for Paint Manufacturing is a crude vegetable oil used as a drying oil in alkyd resin and paint production, valued for its polymerization properties. It is unrefined and not chemically modified, supplied in tanker loads to coatings manufacturers. This product falls under tariff item 1514.91.00 as crude colza oil.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the oil is denatured or chemically modified for industrial use
Heading 15.18 covers modified fats and oils for industrial applications.
If the oil is refined but not chemically modified
Refined colza oil is classified separately from crude oil.
If the oil is incorporated into a paint or varnish product
Paints and varnishes are classified in Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the oil is not denatured; denatured oils are excluded from this heading and fall under heading 15.18
• For industrial use, ensure the product is clearly labelled as non-food grade to avoid CFIA scrutiny
• Keep records of the intended use in paint manufacturing to support the classification
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