Cold-Pressed Jojoba Oil from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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