What HS code is used for black seed oil?

Cold-pressed black seed (Nigella sativa) oil is generally classified within the HS 1515.90 family — "other fixed vegetable fats and oils." The exact national subheading and any food-vs-technical distinction should be confirmed with your customs broker for the destination country.

Do duty rates differ between the USA, EU and UK?

Yes. Each customs territory maintains its own tariff schedule and preferential arrangements, so applicable duties differ by destination and can change. Always confirm the current rate against the specific national code with your broker.

What documents support customs clearance?

Typical documents include the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, COA, SDS and, where required, phytosanitary and health certificates. See our import documents resource for the full list.

Black Seed Oil HS Code & Import Duties

How black seed oil is classified for import and how the USA, EU and UK approach duties — a starting point for importers. Confirm current rates with your customs broker.

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HS classification (1515.90 family)

Cold-pressed black seed (Nigella sativa) oil is generally classified within the HS 1515.90 group — "other fixed vegetable fats and oils and their fractions." National tariff schedules extend this with additional digits, and some territories distinguish food/edible use from technical use.

Because the precise subheading determines the applicable duty, the exact national code should always be confirmed with your customs broker for the destination country before you plan landed cost.

How the USA, EU and UK approach it

USA: classified under the HTSUS extension of 1515.90; food-use imports also involve FDA prior notice at entry.
EU: classified under the TARIC extension of 1515.90; Turkey-origin goods may use an EUR.1 movement certificate for preferential treatment under the Turkey–EU customs union.
UK: Great Britain maintains its own tariff post-Brexit; preferential origin is documented separately from the EU route.

Note: Duty rates and classifications change and vary by exact product and use. Always confirm the current rate and national code with your customs broker before ordering.

For the paperwork that travels with each shipment, see our import documents guide and shipping and logistics options, or contact us about a specific route.