Refined Jojoba Oil from Germany
Refined jojoba oil is a liquid wax ester extracted from jojoba seeds, used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 1515.90.81.90 as a fixed vegetable oil that is not chemically modified. This classification applies to its fractions, whether refined or not.
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
• Verify the oil is not chemically modified to avoid reclassification under Chapter 15 headings for modified fats
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming purity and origin to meet FDA import requirements for cosmetic ingredients
• Label containers with exact composition to prevent customs disputes on 'fixed vegetable oil' status