Bulk Crude Colza Oil for Lubricating Oil Production from Mexico
Crude colza oil shipped in bulk tankers for factory conversion into high-performance lubricating oils. HTS 1514.91.10.00 applies to its crude form and explicit import intent for lubricant manufacturing. Excludes any refining prior to import.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit import documentation including end-user letters from manufacturers specifying lubricating oil production
• Avoid common pitfall of inadequate segregation in storage to prove non-diversion from declared use
• Test for acid value and impurities to confirm crude status per chapter definitions