Sesame Oil Fractions for Cosmetics from China
Refined fractions of sesame oil specifically processed for use in skincare formulations, high in sesamin antioxidants. Classified under HTS 1515.50.00.00 as sesame oil fractions, whether refined but not chemically modified. Provides emollient properties in lotions and creams.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Distinguish bulk oil from finished cosmetics via invoices to stay in 1515, not 3304
• Comply with FDA cosmetic ingredient labeling, even for bulk imports
• Test for heavy metals common in sesame oils from certain origins