Tunisian Virgin Olive Oil Chemlali Variety from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Submit peroxide value and UV absorbance tests to prove virgin quality and avoid duty disputes
• Register with US Customs for food facility compliance under FSMA prior to shipment
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect acidity declarations leading to reclassification