HS 1512.11Agriculture · United States

HS Code for Sunflower Oil - Import into United States

Duty and tax snapshot for importing agriculture (HS 1512.11) into United States. Typical MFN duty ~5%, Federal VAT 0% on CIF. Decision-support only - confirm the 10-digit line and preferential status with your broker.

Typical duty

Federal VAT

Total taxes / CIF

5.3%

Worked landed-cost example

USD 80,000 FOB parcel of agriculture (HS 1512.11) shipped to United States.

FOB valueUSD 80,000

Origin chargesUSD 1,200

FreightUSD 6,400

InsuranceUSD 400

CIFUSD 88,000

Import duty @ 5%USD 4,400

MPF (0.3464%)USD 305

Federal VAT @ 0%USD 0

Destination inlandUSD 1,600

Landed cost ≈ USD 94,305

Run your own numbers in the Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

Sample HS codes

Code	Description
1512.11	Crude sunflower/safflower oil
1512.19	Refined sunflower/safflower oil

United States duty regime

HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) - 10 digits. MFN column-1 rates for WTO members, column-2 for non-normal-trade-relations countries. Preferential rates under USMCA, KORUS, CAFTA-DR, US-Israel, US-Australia and GSP (partial). Section 301 tariffs of 7.5%-25% apply on many Chinese-origin goods; Section 232 on steel/aluminium.

Customs notes

· HTSUS is 10 digits. First 6 align with WCO HS; digits 7-8 are US tariff sub-headings; 9-10 are statistical.
· MPF (Merchandise Processing Fee): 0.3464% of entered value, min $32.71, max $634.62 per formal entry (2025 rates - adjusted annually).
· HMF (Harbor Maintenance Fee): 0.125% of value, ocean imports only, no minimum or maximum.
· Section 301 tariffs: 7.5%-25%+ on many Chinese-origin goods across 4 lists. Section 232: 25% steel, 10% aluminium (subject to country-specific quotas and exclusions).

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical import duty on agriculture (HS 1512.11) into United States?

United States applies an MFN duty of about 5% on HS chapter 1512.11 at the 6-digit line. National tariff schedules add 2–4 further digits, so the exact rate can shift once you confirm the 8- or 10-digit code. Preferential rates under FTAs (HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) - 10 digits) may reduce this to 0% for qualifying origins.

How is Federal VAT calculated on imports of agriculture in United States?

United States charges Federal VAT at 0% on the CIF value. No federal VAT. MPF applies (max USD 634.62).

What is the landed cost of a USD 80,000 FOB shipment of agriculture into United States?

On a USD 80,000 FOB parcel with ~8% freight and 0.5% insurance, CIF works out to USD 88,000. Applying 5% duty and 0% Federal VAT brings total taxes to about USD 4,705 (~5.3% of CIF). Landed at buyer's warehouse ≈ USD 94,305.

Which HS code should I use for agriculture in United States?

Start with the 6-digit international HS heading - for example 1512.11 (Crude sunflower/safflower oil). United States customs then requires the full national code (8- to 10-digit national tariff line). Confirm the exact line with your licensed customs broker before filing.

Which Incoterm is best for shipping agriculture to United States?

Most importers into United States prefer CIF or CFR for sea freight so the seller arranges main-carriage transport, while retaining control of destination clearance. DDP shifts import duty and Federal VAT to the seller - attractive to buyers but often priced with a risk premium. Compare all 11 Incoterms with our Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

What documents does United States customs need to clear HS 1512.11?

HTSUS is 10 digits. First 6 align with WCO HS; digits 7-8 are US tariff sub-headings; 9-10 are statistical. Regulated commodities may also require a health certificate, phytosanitary certificate or import licence depending on the exact HS line.