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Pharmaceutical Grade Cod Liver Oil

Pharmaceutical grade cod liver oil, meeting pharmacopeia standards, is derived from cod livers and intended for use in the manufacture of medicaments. It is not chemically modified and is refined to high purity for vitamin supplementation. This product falls under tariff item 1504.10.10 as it is specifically for use in the manufacture of medicaments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1504.10.91Same rate: Free

If the oil is for use in Canadian manufactures other than medicaments, such as food or supplements.

This sibling item covers fish-liver oils for use in Canadian manufactures, which may apply if the end-use is not medicament production.

1504.10.99Higher: 5% vs Free

If the oil is not for use in the manufacture of medicaments or Canadian manufactures, such as direct retail sale.

This item covers other fish-liver oils not specified elsewhere, which may apply if the end-use is general.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the oil is accompanied by documentation proving its intended use in the manufacture of medicaments, such as a certificate of analysis or end-use statement

• Work with a customs broker to ensure the tariff classification is accepted by CBSA, as misuse can lead to penalties

• Verify that the product meets Health Canada's Good Manufacturing Practices for pharmaceutical ingredients