Refined Sunflower Seed Oil
This is high-oleic refined sunflower seed oil extracted from sunflower seeds, suitable for cooking and frying. It falls under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as sunflower-seed oil that is refined but not chemically modified, specifically in the 'other' subheading excluding certain valued or industrial variants.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude and for industrial use
Crude sunflower-seed oil valued under specific limits goes to 1512.11, changing from refined 'other' category.
If fractions like high-oleic isolates
Certain refined fractions of sunflower oil may shift to safflower/cottonseed fractions heading if blended.
If chemically modified or processed into industrial fatty acids
Chemical modification excludes it from heading 1518 per chapter notes, moving to industrial chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify refinement process documentation to confirm not chemically modified, avoiding misclassification under Chapter 15 notes
• Include certificate of origin and oil content analysis to meet FDA food import standards and prevent holds
• Label clearly with nutritional info and allergen warnings, as sunflower oil is common in retail food imports
Related Products under HTS 1512.19.00.35
Organic Refined Sunflower Oil
Certified organic sunflower seed oil, refined for culinary use without chemical alteration. Classified under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as 'other' sunflower-seed oil, meeting organic standards per General Statistical Note 6.
High Oleic Sunflower Cooking Oil
A stable high-oleic variety of refined sunflower seed oil ideal for high-heat cooking. It is classified in HTS 1512.19.00.35 as other refined sunflower-seed oil, not chemically modified.
Sunflower Oil for Salad Dressings
Lightly refined sunflower seed oil used in salad dressings and cold applications. Falls under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as other non-chemically modified sunflower-seed oil.
Bulk Refined Sunflower Seed Oil
Industrial bulk refined sunflower seed oil for food manufacturing. Classified under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as other sunflower-seed oil fractions, refined but unmodified.
Cold-Pressed Refined Sunflower Oil
Sunflower seed oil refined via cold-pressing for premium taste retention. HTS 1512.19.00.35 covers this as other refined, non-chemically modified sunflower oil.
Sunflower Lecithin Oil Fraction
Refined fraction of sunflower seed oil rich in lecithin for emulsification. Falls under HTS 1512.19.00.35 as other sunflower-seed oil fractions, not chemically modified.