Denatured Rapeseed Methyl Ester Precursor Oil from Germany
Denatured refined rapeseed oil used as precursor in transesterification for fatty acid methyl esters in fuels. Falls under 1514.99.50.10 for denatured rape/colza fractions, excluding chemically modified products. Chapter notes preserve classification for mere denaturation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify no chemical modification beyond denaturation via supplier affidavits; segregate from food oils in transit
• Common issue: Customs reclassification without denaturation proof