High-Oleic Crude Safflower Oil from Japan
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.
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
• 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