Bulk Crude Safflower Oil for Refining from Japan
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 — 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
• 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