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Refined Shea Butter from Germany

Refined shea butter is a semi-solid fat derived from shea nuts, widely used in skincare and chocolate production. It qualifies for HTS 1515.90.81.90 as a fixed vegetable fat, refined but not chemically modified. Unrefined versions also fall here if unmodified.

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

Obtain FairWild or organic certification if claimed to expedite customs clearance

Document refining process to prove no chemical modification occurred

Watch for contamination issues; provide microbial testing for FDA entry

Refined Shea Butter from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1515.90.81.90