Tunisian Chemlali Virgin Olive Oil
Virgin olive oil from Chemlali olives grown in Tunisia, cold-pressed and unrefined. It qualifies for HTS 1509.30.90.90 as 'Other' virgin olive oil outside premium Italian or first cold press specifications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If first cold press non-Italian
Non-Italian first cold press virgin oils have a specific higher subheading.
If soap-stocks or residues
Processing residues like soap-stocks from olive oil fall under heading 1522 per chapter notes.
If flavored or preserved
Virgin olive oil with added flavors or preservatives becomes an edible preparation in Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain organic certification if claimed, referencing General Statistical Note 6 standards
• Use tamper-evident seals and declare exact volume for accurate duty assessment
• Avoid blending with refined oils, as this triggers reclassification to 1509.90
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