Organic High-Oleic Crude Sunflower Oil from Japan
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 — 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
• 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