Organic Refined Sesame Oil
Certified organic sesame oil, refined from organically grown sesame seeds without chemical solvents. It is classified in HTS 1515.50.00.00 as a refined fraction of sesame oil, adhering to fixed vegetable oil definitions. Ideal for health-conscious cooking with no GMOs or pesticides.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing cows’ milk solids above trace levels
Statistical notes define 'kg cmsc'; significant dairy components would reclassify under dairy headings like 0405.
If from cottonseed instead of sesame
Material-specific heading; cottonseed oil falls under 1512, distinct from sesame in 1515.
If heavily deodorized resembling petroleum oils
Extreme processing may lead to classification as mineral oils if vegetable character is lost.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Attach USDA or equivalent organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 to qualify for any preferential treatment
• Declare exact milk solids content if any dairy traces, though irrelevant for pure sesame oil
• Monitor for trans fats post-refining to comply with FDA nutrition labeling rules
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Cold-Pressed Toasted Sesame Oil
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Unrefined Virgin Sesame Oil
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Sesame Oil Fractions for Cosmetics
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Food-Grade Sesame Oil in Retail Bottles
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High-Oleic Sesame Oil Fraction
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