Crude Colza Oil for Biodiesel from Japan
Unrefined colza oil sourced from European Brassica napus, intended as feedstock for biofuel production. HTS 1514.91.90 covers this as other crude rapeseed/colza oil, not chemically modified, distinguishing from refined fractions. High erucic content makes it unsuitable for direct food use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare end-use as biodiesel to access potential statistical breaks or exemptions; provide buyer contracts
• Test for free fatty acid content—excessive levels may reclassify as lower-quality residues
• EU-sourced colza often needs GOTS or organic certification if marketed as sustainable feedstock