Virgin Peanut Oil from Mexico
Unrefined virgin peanut oil from first-press ground-nuts, valued for its nutty aroma in dressings. Despite 'virgin' label, if filtered or settled, it fits HTS 1508.90.00.00 as other non-chemically modified peanut oil. Not crude if impurities are removed mechanically.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from crude with evidence of mechanical filtration, not chemical treatment
• Comply with organic certification if labeled, referencing General Statistical Note 6
• Monitor moisture content to prevent mold issues during import and reclassification risks