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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1514.91.90Higher: 23.9% vs 17.5%

If low-erucic rapeseed blend mistaken for nut

Rapeseed oils have separate headings; pure nut origin keeps it in 1515 nut oils.

1517.90.90Same rate: 17.5%

If margarine-grade modified

Edible mixtures/fractions chemically adjusted for spreads go to 1517.

0713.10.20Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If imported as dried pistachio nuts for oil extraction

Raw nuts are classified in Chapter 7; oil extraction changes to Chapter 15 fats.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document cold-pressing to prove minimal processing; avoids shift to prepared foodstuffs

Allergen labeling mandatory—highlight pistachio content for retail import clearance

Monitor shelf-life declarations to prevent rejection due to spoilage concerns

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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

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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.

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

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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.