Refined Pomace Olive Oil from Germany
Olive oil derived from olive pomace (residue after pressing) that is solvent-extracted and refined for purity. Falls under HTS 1509.90.40.00 as 'other' olive oil fractions, not chemically modified beyond standard refinement. Used in frying and industrial food manufacturing.
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
• Provide extraction method documentation to distinguish pomace oil from virgin grades and prevent reclassification
• Test for solvent residues to meet FDA safety standards for edible oil imports
• Bulk shipments require proper temperature-controlled transport to avoid spoilage claims at entry