Frozen Beaver Gland Secretions (Castoreum)
Frozen castoreum, a secretion from the castor sacs of beavers, used as a fixative in perfumery and pharmaceutical preparations. The frozen state preserves the secretion, classifying it as provisionally preserved under the tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the castoreum is processed into a fragrance oil or tincture
Processed aromatic preparations are classified in Chapter 33.
If the castoreum is not for pharmaceutical or perfumery use
Other animal products not elsewhere specified fall under heading 05.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Beavers are not CITES-listed, but verify that the castoreum is sourced legally and declare it as frozen for pharmaceutical or perfumery use
• Keep the product frozen during transit and provide evidence of freezing
• Confirm that the product meets Canadian import standards for animal-derived substances
Related Products under Tariff item 0510.00.00
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Ambergris Natural Whale Secretion
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Cantharidin Crude Extract
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Castoreum Gland Extract for Flavoring
Castoreum gland extract used as a natural flavoring agent in food and beverages, derived from the castor sacs of beavers. Tariff item 0510.00.00 covers castoreum as an animal product used in pharmaceutical preparations, and this extract is a provisionally preserved glandular product.
Castoreum Gland Paste
Semi-processed paste derived from beaver castor sacs, used as a flavouring agent in food and beverages and in pharmaceutical preparations for circulatory remedies. It falls under tariff item 0510.00.00 as castoreum, a natural animal product provisionally preserved for use in pharmaceutical products.