United Kingdom Market Access — Now Duty Free
The UK imports castor oil for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications. The growing clean beauty trend drives demand for organic cold-pressed castor oil. Industrial demand comes from lubricant manufacturers and specialty chemicals companies.
🇬🇧 India-UK FTA: Duty-Free Agricultural Access
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement signed July 24, 2025 eliminates duty on over 95% of Indian agricultural exports, including psyllium, cumin, and spices. Tariffs on spices reduced from 8% to 0%. This gives Indian exporters a significant price advantage in the UK 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 (United Kingdom) | 0% on 95% of agro exports |
Organic Cold-Pressed Castor Oil — For United Kingdom 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 Felixstowe
- 20ft containers (16-18 MT) or 40ft containers (22-24 MT)
- Lead time: 20-24 days from Kandla to Felixstowe
- 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 (CETA), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Phytosanitary Certificate, COA
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Pricing & Value
With the India-UK FTA (CETA) eliminating import duty, United Kingdom 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. GBP pricing available. TT in GBP or LC through UK banks (HSBC, Barclays) accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the India-UK FTA (CETA) affect castor oil import duty to United Kingdom?
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement signed July 24, 2025 eliminates duty on over 95% of Indian agricultural exports, including psyllium, cumin, and spices. Tariffs on spices reduced from 8% to 0%. This gives Indian exporters a significant price advantage in the UK market. Certificate of Origin per India-UK CETA rules required. We prepare this for every UK-bound shipment.
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 Felixstowe?
20-24 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. GBP pricing available. TT in GBP or LC through UK banks (HSBC, Barclays) 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.