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Light Tasting Olive Oil from Japan

Refined olive oil processed for mild flavor, solely from olives, not chemically modified. Classified HTS 1510.90.90.00 as 'other' refined olive oil. Low acidity for baking and sautéing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Sensory panel certification for 'light' claim; match to international olive oil council standards

• Avoid 'light' implying low calorie—FDA cracks down on misleading labels

• Bulk imports need temperature-controlled shipping to prevent rancidity claims