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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from sunflower seeds instead of safflower
Crude sunflower-seed oil uses a parallel subheading under the same heading.
If for technical or industrial non-edible use
Safflower oil imported solely for industrial purposes like paints may classify under 1516.
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
Related Products under HTS 1512.11.00.40
Crude Safflower Seed Oil
Unrefined oil extracted from safflower seeds, primarily used in cooking and industrial applications. This falls under HTS 1512.11.0040 as crude safflower oil, not chemically modified and without refinement processes like bleaching or deodorizing.
Cold-Pressed Crude Safflower Oil
Safflower oil extracted via cold-pressing without heat or solvents, retaining natural impurities. Classified under HTS 1512.11.0040 as crude safflower oil since it undergoes no refining or chemical modification.
Organic Crude Safflower Oil
Crude safflower oil from certified organic seeds, unrefined and free of pesticides. Classified in HTS 1512.11.0040 as crude safflower oil; organic status noted statistically per General Note 6.
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.
Non-GMO Crude Safflower Oil
Crude safflower oil from non-GMO seeds, unrefined for natural food markets. Falls under HTS 1512.11.0040 as crude safflower oil, with GMO status as a labeling attribute.