Tunisian Virgin Olive Oil Chemlali Variety
Virgin olive oil from Chemlali olives grown in Tunisia, cold-pressed without chemical alteration. It qualifies for HTS 1509.40.90 as other virgin olive oils not fitting lampante or Italian-specific categories. Known for its mild, buttery taste ideal for everyday cooking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fractions are separated but not chemically modified
Olive oil fractions remain in 1509.90 if not virgin but unmixed with other substances.
If lampante grade used for industrial soap production
Lampante olive oil for non-edible uses may shift to mineral oil-like classifications.
If merely denatured for non-food use
Chapter note specifies denatured olive oils classify with undenatured equivalents in 1518.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit peroxide value and UV absorbance tests to prove virgin quality and avoid duty disputes
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