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SITCSection 4
U.S. imports of refined sunflower seed or safflower oil and fractions (SITC 42159) totaled $12.5M in July 2026, traded with 31 countries.
Importers of Refined Sunflower Seed or Safflower Oil and Fractions paid $1.3M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $10.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Refined Sunflower Seed or Safflower Oil and Fractions imports of $12.5M in July 2026 ran 19% below the year-to-date monthly average of $15.4M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataRefined sunflower and safflower oils, ready for direct food use or further processing into margarine and shortenings, are widely traded consumer and industrial commodities. The refining stage — encompassing degumming, neutralization, bleaching, and deodorization — determines the oil's color, flavor, and shelf life, all of which affect grade and price. FDA's food-additive and labeling framework governs retail-packaged refined vegetable oils, requiring accurate common-name identification on labels.
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264 shipments/mo
Basic heading 17 of 41 in section 4
Basic heading 42159 · $12.5M of $1.8B
Importers generally need a commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, and a certificate of analysis confirming food-grade specifications. FDA may request prior notice under the Bioterrorism Act for food shipments, and some ports conduct random sampling for pesticide residues or adulteration. Consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered food facility advisor to ensure full compliance.
At the SITC level captured here, refined oil and its fractions (including winterized or fractionated forms) are grouped together. At the HTS 10-digit level, specific fractions may be distinguished; importers should verify the precise tariff line with a customs broker based on the product's processing history and physical characteristics.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Ukraine and Spain together supply 46% of it.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$12.5MYoY · Pro
Exports
$3.6MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.