Cold-Pressed Jojoba Oil from Germany
Cold-pressed jojoba oil extracted without heat to preserve bioactive compounds, used in massage oils. Falls under HTS 1515.90.60.00 as an unrefined fraction of jojoba, a fixed vegetable oil. Its wax ester structure provides stability.
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
• Document cold-press method in commercial invoice to support valuation and purity claims
• Test for free fatty acids (<0.5%) to avoid quality disputes at entry
• Use tamper-evident HDPE bottles for retail imports to meet packaging standards