Cold-Pressed Pistachio Oil from China
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.
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
• 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