Babassu Oil Refined from Canada
Refined oil extracted from babassu palm nuts, similar to palm kernel oil in fatty acid profile, used in soaps and foods. Falls under HTS 1513.29.00.00 as other palm kernel or babassu oil.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Source verification critical due to rarity; provide botanical origin certificates
• FFA and moisture specs must meet refined standards (<0.1% FFA)
• Check CITES if from wild-harvested babassu to avoid endangered species issues