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How can we get a free sample and trial order of the seed oil?
3-step path: free sample ≤50g → trial 5 kg → commercial ≥25kg. Request seed oil; note separate pulp oil (ω-7) available.
Do you recommend freight forwarders for seed oil shipments to our market?
Trusted forwarders per lane (US/EU/Japan/SE Asia/Australia/ME). DAP door-to-door. LCL for < 1 MT. Quote in 24h.
What shipping documents do we need for seed oil customs clearance?
Core: Invoice, Packing List, B/L, COA, Origin, Health/Phytosanitary Cert. Market-specific (FDA, etc.) per destination.
What extraction method is used to produce this Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil?
Supercritical CO2 extraction — low temperature, no solvent residue, preserves nutrients. Key quality advantage over solvent methods.
Can we audit or inspect your facility before ordering the seed oil?
Factory audits welcome (SGS/BV/Intertek). CO2 extraction line + oil filling demonstrable on-site. Free video tour.
Is Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil classified as a dangerous good for shipping?
Not a dangerous good — regular non-hazardous liquid cargo by air or sea. Ships as general cargo; no DG declaration needed.
What formulations is Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil best suited for?
Skincare (anti-aging, barrier repair, hair), nutraceuticals (omega-3 softgel), food (edible/functional oil). R&D sample 2–4 weeks.
What are the MOQs for custom formulations and packaging of the seed oil?
MOQ 25 kg drum, 100 kg bottles, 5,000 softgels. Tooling amortized, credited after 1,000 kg/12mo.
What is the HS Code for Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil and what import duty applies?
HS Code 1515.90 (other fixed vegetable oils). Duty varies: US 0%, EU ~6.5%+VAT, JP 3.3%, AU 0% (FTA), CA 0%.