Cold-Pressed Virgin Castor Oil from Mexico
Virgin castor oil extracted via cold-pressing from castor beans without heat or solvents, preserving natural properties. Classified under HTS 1515.30.00.00 as an unrefined fraction of castor oil, a fixed vegetable fat not chemically modified. Ideal for organic skincare and hair care formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain organic certification if labeled as such per General Statistical Note 6; test for solvent residues
• Pitfall: mislabeling as refined when unrefined affects valuation