Polymerized Castor Oil from Japan
Polymerized castor oil is produced by heat treatment in a vacuum to form high-viscosity polymers used in lubricants and coatings. The polymerization process chemically modifies the oil. It falls under tariff item 1518.00.00 as a heat-polymerized vegetable oil.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document the heat treatment and vacuum process
• Confirm the oil is inedible and for industrial use
• Verify it is not classified under heading 15.16