Refined Shea Butter from Mexico
Shea butter derived from shea nuts, refined through filtering and deodorizing without chemical modification, widely used in skincare and chocolate production. It qualifies for HTS 1515.90.81 as an 'other' fixed vegetable fat, not listed in primary subheadings and chemically unmodified. The solid fat form at room temperature fits the fixed fat definition.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain origin certificates confirming African shea nut source and refining logs to prove no chemical alteration
• Test for free fatty acid content to meet import purity standards
• Avoid packaging as cosmetic if importing bulk to prevent Chapter 33 reclassification