Refined Castor Oil USP Grade from Germany
This is a highly refined castor oil derived from the seeds of Ricinus communis, processed to meet United States Pharmacopeia standards for purity and safety. It falls under HTS 1515.30.00.00 as a fixed vegetable oil and its fraction, not chemically modified, commonly used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. The refinement removes impurities but retains its natural triglyceride composition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify supplier certificates confirming no chemical modification to avoid reclassification; ensure compliance with FDA purity standards for USP grade
• Common pitfall: inadequate documentation of origin leading to delays