Refined Jojoba Oil from Japan

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 — 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

• 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