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Black Pepper Oleoresin from Germany

Extracted oleoresin from black pepper berries, containing concentrated piperine and volatile oils. Classified under HTS 3301.90.10 as an extracted oleoresin derived from natural plant material, used primarily in food flavoring.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify extraction method documentation to confirm oleoresin status, not crude resin

• Ensure COA includes piperine content for customs valuation

• Watch for reclassification if diluted beyond concentrates