1515.90.81.90/Kokum Butter/Japan

Kokum Butter from Japan

Kokum butter from Garcinia indica seeds is a solid vegetable fat prized for its non-comedogenic properties in skincare. Classified under HTS 1515.90.81.90 as other fixed vegetable fats not chemically modified. Often refined for purity.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide evidence of cold-pressing to confirm no chemical refinement

• Label for cosmetic vs food use to guide proper entry

• Check for CITES if from protected Garcinia species