Organic High-Oleic Crude Sunflower Oil from Germany
Crude oil from certified organic high-oleic sunflower seeds, valued for its stability in cooking and industrial uses, remains unrefined. Classified under HTS 1512.11.00.25 due to its crude state and organic certification. Ideal for biodiesel production or organic margarines.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide chain-of-custody documentation from farm to extraction for organic integrity
• Test for refinement indicators like free fatty acid levels to confirm crude status
• Label containers clearly as 'crude' to prevent customs disputes over processing level