Dark Roasted Sesame Oil from Japan
Intensely flavored dark sesame oil from deeply roasted seeds, used sparingly for finishing dishes. A fraction under HTS 1515.50.00.00, refined via heat but not chemically modified. Iconic in Korean and Japanese cuisines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document roasting temperature to prove physical refinement only
• High smoke point requires flash point testing for safety
• Protect from light exposure in transit to preserve color and flavor