Bulk Castor Oil for Biodiesel
Bulk unrefined castor oil intended for biodiesel production. It is a fixed vegetable oil obtained from castor seeds without chemical modification, and its intended use does not affect classification under this tariff item.
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 has been chemically modified or processed beyond refining
Heading 15.18 covers chemically modified fats and oils, while 15.15 covers unmodified ones.
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 oil is not chemically modified (e.g
• transesterified) at the time of import; if already converted to biodiesel, it falls under a different heading
• Declare the oil as castor oil, not biodiesel, to avoid misclassification
• Keep shipping documents showing the oil's origin and purity
Related Products under Tariff item 1515.30.00
Castor Oil Fatty Acid Fraction
A ricinoleic acid-rich fraction isolated from castor oil, used in soap manufacturing. It remains a fraction of castor oil, not chemically altered, and thus falls under this tariff item as a fixed vegetable oil fraction.
Castor Oil for Textile Finishing
Refined castor oil used as a textile softener, processed only by physical means such as refining. It is a fixed vegetable oil fraction, not chemically modified, and qualifies for this tariff item.
Castor Oil Industrial Grade
Technical-grade castor oil for industrial lubricants, derived from castor seeds without chemical alteration. It is a fixed vegetable oil, whether refined or not, and falls under this tariff item.
Castor Oil Refined for Cosmetics
Refined castor oil processed for cosmetic use, clear and odorless, with no chemical modification. It is a fixed vegetable oil fraction, refined but not altered, and falls under this tariff item.
Cold-Pressed Virgin Castor Oil
Virgin castor oil extracted by cold-pressing without heat or solvents, preserving natural properties. It is an unrefined fixed vegetable oil, not chemically modified, and falls under this tariff item.
Deodorized Castor Oil
Castor oil deodorized via steam distillation, retaining its core composition for food or pharmaceutical use. It is refined but not chemically modified, so it falls under this tariff item.