Mustard Seed Crude Oil for Synthetic Rubber from Japan
Pressed crude oil from mustard seeds, imported for elastomer (rubber substitute) compounding in tire manufacturing. Qualifies for 1514.91.10.00 based on its unrefined nature and manufacturing declaration. High omega fatty acids suit rubber processing applications.
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 bills of lading noting 'for rubber substitute manufacture' and retain production logs
• Watch for reclassification if oil shows any refining (e.g
• degumming), which voids crude status
• Consult CBP for pre-import rulings if blending with other oils is planned post-import