Bovine Ossein Powder from Japan
Ossein powder derived from bovine bones treated with acid to remove gelatin, resulting in a degelatinized collagen product used in nutritional supplements and gelatin production. Classified under HTS 0506.10.00.00 as ossein and bones treated with acid, simply prepared without further shaping. It fits the chapter's scope for animal bone derivatives excluding edible products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify CITES compliance if sourcing from endangered species, though bovine is generally unrestricted
• Provide lab certificates confirming acid treatment and degelatinization to avoid misclassification as untreated bones
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from edible bone meal to prevent FDA food import scrutiny