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Deodorized Castor Oil from Japan

Castor oil with odor removed via steam distillation, retaining core composition for food/pharma. Remains under HTS 1515.30.00.00 as refined but not chemically modified fixed oil. Clear, neutral taste.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

GRAS status for food use; odor test reports needed

Pitfall: deodorization mistaken for chem mod