Castoreum Gland Extract for Flavoring from Germany
Castoreum is a secretion from the castor sacs of beavers, used as a natural flavoring agent in food and beverages like vanilla extracts. Classified under HTS 0510.00.20.00 due to its origin as a glandular animal product for pharmaceutical and flavor preparations. It is typically dried or alcohol-tinctured for stability.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA GRAS status and provide Certificates of Analysis for purity and absence of pathogens
• Declare exact processing state (fresh, dried, or tinctured) to prevent reclassification as a food additive
• Include supplier affidavits verifying ethical sourcing to mitigate animal welfare scrutiny