High-Oleic Crude Safflower Oil

Crude safflower oil from high-oleic seed varieties, unrefined with high monounsaturated fat content for stability. Fits HTS 1512.11.0040 as crude sunflower-seed or safflower oil without chemical changes.

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.

1512.19.00Same rate: 20.9%

If from sunflower seeds instead of safflower

Crude sunflower-seed oil uses a parallel subheading under the same heading.

1516.20Lower: 17.7% vs 20.9%

If for technical or industrial non-edible use

Safflower oil imported solely for industrial purposes like paints may classify under 1516.

3823.19.20.00Lower: 19.8% vs 20.9%

If containing fatty acid esters or additives

Industrial preparations with safflower oil fractions shift to Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include fatty acid profile analysis to substantiate high-oleic claim without implying refinement

Avoid 'refined' terminology in marketing to prevent CBP reclassification during audits

For bulk imports, use ISO tanks with residue-free certifications to maintain crude status