Malaysia Market Access — Now Duty Free
Malaysia imports castor oil for its palm oil-adjacent oleochemical industry and manufacturing sector. Demand is growing for castor-based bioplastics and specialty lubricants.
🇲🇾 ASEAN-India FTA: Preferential Access
Under the ASEAN-India Free Trade Area, Indian agricultural exports to Malaysia enjoy preferential tariff rates of 0-5%. Malaysia is also a gateway to the wider ASEAN market.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Maximum 0.5% |
| Acid Value | Maximum 2.0 |
| Iodine Value | 82-90 |
| Color | Light golden yellow |
| Extraction Method | Cold-pressed (expeller) |
| HS Code | 1515.30 |
| Import Duty (Malaysia) | 0-5% |
Organic Cold-Pressed Castor Oil — For Malaysia Industry
Organic cold-pressed castor oil is the premium grade for the rapidly growing clean beauty and natural wellness market. Extracted without chemicals or heat to preserve nutrients and ricinoleic acid content. USDA Organic and EU Organic certified. Popular with DTC beauty brands, hair care manufacturers, and natural cosmetics companies.
Shipping to Port Klang
- 20ft containers (16-18 MT) or 40ft containers (22-24 MT)
- Lead time: 8-12 days from Kandla to Port Klang
- Flexi-bags (18-20 MT), 200kg steel drums, or ISO tank containers (21-23 MT)
- Weekly sailings via major carriers
- Full documentation: Certificate of Origin (AIFTA), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Phytosanitary Certificate, COA
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Pricing & Value
With the ASEAN-India FTA reducing import duty, Malaysia buyers now save on landed cost compared to pre-FTA pricing. Organic cold-pressed castor oil is the premium grade for the rapidly growing clean beauty and natural wellness market. Extracted without chemicals or heat to preserve nutrients and ricinoleic acid content. FOB Kandla pricing includes fumigation and phytosanitary certification. Volume discounts available for quarterly contracts. USD pricing standard. TT in USD. LC through Malaysian banks (Maybank, CIMB) accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the ASEAN-India FTA affect castor oil import duty to Malaysia?
Under the ASEAN-India Free Trade Area, Indian agricultural exports to Malaysia enjoy preferential tariff rates of 0-5%. Malaysia is also a gateway to the wider ASEAN market. Certificate of Origin per ASEAN-India FTA rules required.
What is the difference between FSG and BSS grade castor oil?
FSG (First Special Grade) has lower acid value (max 1.0) and lighter color (Gardner 1-2) compared to BSS (British Standard Specification) which allows acid value up to 2.0 and Gardner color up to 3. FSG is preferred for pharmaceutical and cosmetic use. BSS is suitable for industrial applications.
What is the lead time to Port Klang?
8-12 days ocean transit from Kandla. Castor oil is shipped in flexi-bags inside 20ft containers (18-20 MT per container) or in ISO tank containers for larger volumes. Add 2-3 days for customs clearance.
Can you supply bulk castor oil in ISO tank containers?
Yes, we supply castor oil in 20ft ISO tank containers (21-23 MT per tank) for large-volume buyers. Also available in flexi-bags (18-20 MT per 20ft container), 200kg steel drums, and IBC containers (1000L).
What are your payment terms?
LC at sight, 30-60 day LC, CAD, and TT accepted. Castor oil pricing follows NCDEX/global commodity rates. We can offer price-lock contracts for up to 90 days. USD pricing standard. TT in USD. LC through Malaysian banks (Maybank, CIMB) accepted.
Do you provide REACH and MSDS documentation?
Yes, full REACH registration documentation, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Certificate of Origin provided with every shipment. For EU imports, we also provide EUR.1 form for FTA preferential tariff.