Bulk Crude Safflower Oil for Refining

Industrial-grade crude safflower oil shipped in bulk for downstream refining into edible oil. HTS 1512.11.0040 applies to this unprocessed, chemically unmodified safflower oil.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+17.5%20.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪Germany3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇯🇵Japan3.4%+10.0%13.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1512.11.00Same rate: 20.9%

If same code but statistical variations

No change, but sunflower vs safflower distinction affects reporting.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 20.9%

If heavily contaminated with petroleum residues

Petroleum oil mixtures classify under Chapter 27, not vegetable oils.

1520.00.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.9%

If glycerol ester distillates from processing

Distillation by-products like glycerin esters go to heading 1520.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'for refining' on commercial invoices to clarify end-use without implying pre-refinement

Test for impurities like waxes or gums pre-shipment; high levels confirm crude nature

Use flexitanks or drums; ensure no prior degumming to prevent duty disputes