Nut oils
Other fixed vegetable or microbial fats and oils (including jojoba oil) and their fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified: > Other: > Nut oils
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 1515.90.21.00
Refined Almond Oil
Refined almond oil is extracted from almond nuts and used primarily in culinary applications for its mild flavor and high smoke point. It falls under HTS 1515.90.21.00 as a fixed vegetable oil derived from nuts, whether refined or not, without chemical modification. This classification covers oils from nut sources like almonds, distinct from other vegetable oils.
Virgin Walnut Oil
Virgin walnut oil is cold-pressed from walnuts, retaining natural flavors for salad dressings and finishing dishes. Classified under HTS 1515.90.21.00 as an unrefined nut oil, a fixed vegetable fat not chemically modified. Its nut derivation places it specifically in the 'nut oils' subheading.
Hazelnut Oil Refined
Refined hazelnut oil from roasted hazelnuts offers a nutty taste ideal for baking and sautéing. It qualifies for HTS 1515.90.21.00 as a fraction of nut-derived fixed vegetable oil, refined but chemically unmodified. Distinct from other seed oils due to its nut source.
Cold-Pressed Pistachio Oil
Cold-pressed pistachio oil preserves antioxidants and vibrant green color from pistachio nuts, used in gourmet dressings. Under HTS 1515.90.21.00 for its status as an unmodified fixed vegetable nut oil. Extraction method ensures no refinement beyond pressing.
Macadamia Nut Oil
Macadamia nut oil, rich in monounsaturated fats, is buttery and suited for high-heat cooking. Classified in HTS 1515.90.21.00 as a refined or unrefined nut oil fraction without chemical changes. Its Australian-origin nut base fits the 'nut oils' category perfectly.
Cashew Nut Oil Refined
Refined cashew nut oil provides a subtle sweetness for skincare and light cooking. It is a fixed vegetable fat from cashew nuts, fitting HTS 1515.90.21.00 for non-chemically modified nut oils and fractions. Less common but valid nut-derived oil.
Pecan Oil Unrefined
Unrefined pecan oil from U.S. pecans boasts bold flavor for Southern cuisine drizzling. HTS 1515.90.21.00 applies to this crude nut oil as an unmodified fixed vegetable fat. Retains natural particulates from nut pressing.
Brazil Nut Oil
Brazil nut oil, high in selenium, is extracted for nutritional supplements and frying. As a fraction of fixed nut vegetable oil, not chemically modified, it enters under HTS 1515.90.21.00. Primarily from Amazonian Brazil nuts.