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Deodorized Safflower Oil from Japan

Safflower oil stripped of odors via steam distillation for use in neutral-flavored products like mayonnaise. HTS 1512.19.00 covers this refined safflower oil without chemical change; deodorization is physical. Fits 'other' refined oils.

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

• Supply steam deodorization process details to distinguish from chemical methods

• Test organoleptic properties (taste/smell) to ensure compliance with food grade specs

• Ship in temperature-controlled containers to preserve deodorized quality