Bulk Castor Oil for Biodiesel from Mexico
Unrefined castor oil shipped in bulk for potential transesterification into biodiesel feedstock. HTS 1515.30.00.00 applies to unmodified castor oil, regardless of intended biofuel use. High oil content suits renewable fuel production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare as vegetable oil, not fuel, to stay in 1515; EPA biofuel regs if processed here
• Bulk tankers need proper manifests