Industrial Crude Corn Germ Oil from China
Crude oil derived from corn germ for non-edible industrial uses like biodiesel feedstock or soap production. HTS 1515.21.00.00 covers this as crude maize oil, regardless of end use, as long as not refined or modified. High free fatty acid content typical.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare intended use (industrial) to potentially qualify for lower duties if applicable under trade programs
• Ensure bulk packaging complies with IMDG for hazardous material if flash point low
• Avoid retail packaging which could reclassify as consumer good