Crushed Castor Oil Seeds from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Provide fumigation certificates to prevent pest introduction, common for broken seeds
• Label clearly as 'castor oil seeds, crushed' to avoid confusion with extracted oil
• Check for erucic acid content if blended, though pure castor differs from rape seeds