Blown Linseed Oil from Canada
Blown linseed oil is linseed oil that has been oxidized by blowing air through it at elevated temperatures, increasing viscosity for use in paints and varnishes. Classified under HTS 1518.00.40.00 as an oxidized (chemically modified) vegetable oil unsuitable for food use.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide processing certificates proving air-blowing/oxidation to distinguish from crude linseed oil in 1515
• Test for acid value and viscosity specs to confirm industrial modification standards
• Use DOT shipping papers for flammable viscous oils during transport