Crude Oriental Mustard Oil from Germany
Oil from oriental mustard (Brassica juncea var.), crude pungent variety for Asian cuisine and pickling. Under HTS 1514.91.90 as other mustard oil, chemically unmodified. High demand in US ethnic markets.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Pungency index testing (HOT unit measurement) verifies authenticity
• Allergen labeling mandatory per FALCPA for mustard derivatives
• Small package retail vs bulk affects statistical reporting units