Deodorized Castor Oil from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• GRAS status for food use; odor test reports needed
• Pitfall: deodorization mistaken for chem mod