Unfiltered Crude Olive Pomace Oil from Japan
This unfiltered version of crude olive pomace oil retains natural sediments from solvent extraction of olive residues, classified under HTS 1510.10.90.00 as other crude pomace oil. It requires refining for culinary use and is not chemically modified.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide extraction method documentation proving solvent use on pomace only, distinguishing from mechanical pressing
• Test for solvent residues to comply with food safety standards and avoid reclassification
• Use food-grade packaging to prevent contamination claims during import inspection