Unrefined Virgin Sesame Oil from Germany
Virgin sesame oil extracted mechanically from raw sesame seeds without refinement, retaining natural color and sediment. Falls under HTS 1515.50.00.00 as an unrefined fraction of sesame oil, not chemically modified. Used in traditional medicine and high-end culinary applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit filtration status reports to prove no chemical modification occurred during extraction
• Ensure stability testing for shelf life, as unrefined oils oxidize faster
• Avoid bulk imports without stabilizers if for retail, to prevent rejection for quality issues