Bulk Crude Safflower Oil for Refining from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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