Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Spain from China
This is extra virgin olive oil extracted from Spanish olives by cold pressing without refining or chemical modification. It falls under HTS 1509.40.90 as 'other virgin olive oils' distinct from lampante or specific Italian imports. The oil retains natural flavor and nutrients due to minimal processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify acidity levels below 0.8% and obtain certificates of analysis to confirm extra virgin status for proper classification
• Include country-of-origin labeling and ensure packaging complies with FDA food import regulations
• Avoid misclassification as refined oil by providing lab tests showing no chemical modification