Tuna Oil Refined
Refined oil extracted from skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), rich in DHA and intended for use in dietary supplements. The oil is refined but not chemically modified, and it is not a liver oil, so it falls under tariff item 1504.20.00 for fish fats and oils other than liver oils. It is typically sourced from canning byproducts.
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 the oil is derived from fish livers
Liver oils are classified separately from other fish oils.
If the oil has been chemically modified, such as hydrogenated or interesterified
Chemically modified fats and oils fall under heading 15.16.
If imported as fish meal or unfit for human consumption
Residues and byproducts of fish oil production may be classified as animal feed.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the oil is not chemically modified and is not derived from fish livers, as those fall under different tariff items
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the DHA content and refining process to support classification
• Verify whether the oil qualifies for preferential treatment under a free trade agreement to reduce the MFN duty rate
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Anchovy Omega-3 Oil
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