Refined Hemp Oil for Cosmetics

Refined hemp seed oil processed to remove impurities while preserving fatty acid profile, suitable for skincare formulations like lotions and creams. Classified under HTS 1515.90.81.10 as a fraction of hemp oil that is refined but not chemically modified. It serves as an emollient in personal care products due to its non-comedogenic properties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.2%+17.5%20.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇨🇦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇩🇪Germany3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇯🇵Japan3.2%+10.0%13.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

1515.90Same rate: 20.7%

If from jojoba seeds instead of hemp

Jojoba oil has its own specific subheading within the 'other fixed vegetable oils' category.

1520.00.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.7%

If glycerol extracted during refining

Glycerol from vegetable oil fractionation is classified separately in heading 1520 as a glycerin product.

3304.99.50.00Higher: 35% vs 20.7%

If further processed into beauty oil blends with perfumes

Blends exceeding 70% perfume content become beauty preparations under Chapter 33, not pure oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit processing records showing refinement steps (e.g

degumming, bleaching) do not involve chemical modification to stay in 1515

For cosmetic use, ensure compliance with FDA cosmetic labeling and provide safety data sheets; check for REACH compliance if destined for EU

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