Once-Refined Maize Oil for Biofuel Intermediates from Germany
Maize oil once-refined via caustic wash, fitting HTS 1515.29.0020 exactly as not further processed. Intermediate for biofuel transesterification to produce FAME. High IV (iodine value) from minimal refining suits biodiesel specs.
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
• Reference ASTM biofuel feedstock standards in docs to support classification
• Monitor for water content; excess from washing can affect duty valuation
• Declare as non-chemically modified to stay in Chapter 15