Food-Grade Sesame Oil in Retail Bottles from Japan
Food-grade sesame oil packaged in consumer-sized glass bottles for direct retail sale. It is a refined fraction under HTS 1515.50.00.00, not chemically modified, suitable for household cooking. Packaging does not affect classification as the essential character is the oil.
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
• Ensure retail packaging complies with FDA labeling for net quantity and nutrition facts
• Declare as 'for retail sale' but confirm oil purity to avoid set classification issues
• Use tamper-evident seals to meet import safety standards