Food Grade Cod Liver Oil
Food-grade cod liver oil, processed to food safety standards and not chemically modified, for use in Canadian manufacturing of food products or supplements. It falls under this tariff item as a fish-liver oil for Canadian manufactures, distinct from medicament or other uses.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used in the manufacture of medicaments
Medicament manufacture is covered by this sibling item.
If not for Canadian manufactures
Other food-grade fish-liver oils are classified here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the oil meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) standards for food use
• Ensure the manufacturing use is clearly documented for tariff classification
• Consider whether the oil is for human consumption, which may affect other regulatory requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 1504.10.91
Bulk Cod Liver Oil for Cosmetics
Bulk cod liver oil, refined and not chemically modified, imported for use in Canadian cosmetic manufacturing. It is a fish-liver oil of heading 15.04, and because it is destined for Canadian manufactures, it falls under this tariff item rather than the sibling items for medicaments or other uses.
Cod Liver Oil
Cod liver oil from Atlantic cod, rich in omega-3s and vitamins A and D, not chemically modified. It is for use in Canadian manufacturing, such as in food or supplement production, and falls under this tariff item for fish-liver oils used in Canadian manufactures.
Cod Liver Oil Fractions
Concentrated fractions of cod liver oil obtained by physical processes such as distillation, not chemically modified. These fractions are for use in Canadian manufacturing, aligning with the tariff item's scope for fish-liver oil fractions used in Canadian manufactures.
Crude Cod Liver Oil
Crude cod liver oil, unrefined and not chemically modified, pressed from fresh cod livers. It is imported for use in Canadian manufacturing, such as in industrial or feed applications, and falls under this tariff item for fish-liver oils used in Canadian manufactures.
Omega-3 Concentrated Cod Liver Oil
Omega-3 concentrated cod liver oil, a fraction obtained by physical winterization, not chemically modified. It is for use in Canadian manufacturing of supplements or functional foods, and falls under this tariff item for fish-liver oil fractions used in Canadian manufactures.