Kokum Butter Refined from Germany
Refined kokum butter from Garcinia indica seeds, a solid vegetable fat for skincare and confectionery, physically processed only. Falls under HTS 1515.90.81 as other fixed vegetable fats, not chemically modified and not primary listed oils. Its butter-like consistency fits fixed fat criteria.
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
• Indian origin docs critical for traceability
• Stability tests prevent rancidity claims at entry
• Avoid essential oil admixtures that could shift chapters