Castor Oil Seeds for biofuel
Castor seeds specifically graded for biodiesel production due to high oil content, classified HTS 1207.30.00.00. Growing demand in renewable energy sectors.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-treated for biodiesel
Biodiesel and mixtures may fall under Chapter 38 if chemically modified.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify oil content (>45%) for biofuel grants or incentives
• Comply with biofuel feedstock origin declarations
• Partner with EPA-registered processors to streamline entry
Related Products under HTS 1207.30.00.00
Whole Castor Oil Seeds
Unground castor oil seeds (Ricinus communis) harvested for oil extraction, classified under HTS 1207.30.00.00 as oil seeds whether or not broken. These seeds contain high ricinoleic acid content, making them a key source for industrial oils used in lubricants and plastics.
Crushed Castor Oil Seeds
Castor oil seeds that have been mechanically broken or crushed but remain unprocessed for oil extraction, fitting HTS 1207.30.00.00 for oil seeds whether or not broken. Ideal for pressing into castor oil used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Hulled Castor Oil Seeds
Castor seeds with outer hulls removed for easier oil processing, still classified as oil seeds under HTS 1207.30.00.00 whether or not broken. These are sourced from Ricinus communis for high-yield castor oil production.
Organic Castor Oil Seeds
Certified organic whole castor oil seeds grown without synthetic pesticides, directly under HTS 1207.30.00.00 as other oil seeds. Used in natural cosmetics and biofuels.
High-Yield Castor Oil Seeds
Hybrid castor seeds bred for maximum oil content (up to 50%), classified in HTS 1207.30.00.00 as castor oil seeds. Primarily imported for industrial applications like nylon production.
Broken Castor Oil Seeds
Mechanically fractured castor oil seeds ready for oil pressing, explicitly covered by HTS 1207.30.00.00 'whether or not broken'. Common in bulk shipments for biofuel production.