Sesame Seeds for Tahini Oil Base from Mexico
White hulled sesame seeds imported for roasting and pressing into sesame oil for tahini production. HTS 1201.90.00.05 captures them as other oil stock seeds under soybeans, prized for high sesamol content. Non-GMO varieties preferred for food oil.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Certify cadmium levels low for EU-sourced sesame imports
• Declare hull status; unhulled may face different pest risks