Castoreum Gland Extract for Flavoring from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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