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High-Oleic Sesame Oil Fraction from Japan

A selected high-oleic fraction of sesame oil, refined for extended shelf life in frying applications. Falls under HTS 1515.50.00.00 as it is a physical fraction of sesame oil, not chemically modified. Bred varieties yield naturally higher monounsaturated fats.

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

• Provide fatty acid profile analysis to substantiate high-oleic claim without implying modification

• Check for GMO status if from hybrid seeds, requiring additional biotech declarations

• Store in nitrogen-flushed containers to maintain stability during transit