Yellow Mustard Seed Crude Oil
Crude oil from yellow mustard seeds (Sinapis alba), mechanically extracted and unrefined. Fits HTS 1514.91.90.20 as other crude mustard seed oil, not chemically modified, used in spice blends and pickling. Its mild pungency suits food manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If post-refining steps like degumming
Any refining process moves it out of the crude oil subheading.
If merely denatured for non-food use
Denatured vegetable oils remain classified by their original type per heading 1518 note.
If ground seeds rather than extracted oil
Mustard seeds themselves are spices under heading 0910, not extracted oils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit seed origin certificates to confirm mustard variety, avoiding mix-up with rapeseed
• Test for refinement indicators like free fatty acids to maintain crude classification
• Avoid retail packaging at import; bulk only to prevent shift to consumer goods headings
Related Products under HTS 1514.91.90.20
Organic Cold-Pressed Mustard Seed Oil
This is crude mustard seed oil extracted via cold-pressing from mustard seeds, certified organic, and not chemically modified. It falls under HTS 1514.91.90.20 as crude mustard seed oil and its fractions, distinct from refined versions. Primarily used in culinary applications for its pungent flavor.
Bulk Crude Mustard Seed Oil
Unrefined mustard seed oil in bulk drums, directly from mechanical pressing without solvents or chemicals. Classified under HTS 1514.91.90.20 for other crude mustard seed oil and fractions, excluding low erucic acid varieties. Ideal for industrial food processing.
Brown Mustard Seed Oil Fractions
Fractions derived from crude brown mustard seed oil (Brassica juncea) via simple separation, remaining unrefined. Under HTS 1514.91.90.20 for crude mustard oil fractions not chemically modified. Commonly used in Asian cuisines for heat in curries.
Industrial Grade Crude Mustard Oil
Crude mustard seed oil for industrial applications like biofuel precursor or lubricant base, unrefined. Classified in HTS 1514.91.90.20 as other crude mustard oil, per its vegetable fat nature without modification. Not intended for direct food consumption.
Cold-Pressed Indian Mustard Seed Oil
Crude oil from Indian brown mustard seeds, cold-pressed for purity. HTS 1514.91.90.20 covers this unrefined product and fractions, prized for traditional cooking. High erucic acid content distinguishes it.