Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Spain from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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