Fresh Frozen Beaver Castoreum Glands
Whole or partial beaver castor sacs, fresh frozen for preservation, destined for extraction in flavors or pharma. Under HTS 0510.00.20.00 for castoreum as a glandular product otherwise provisionally preserved. Ideal for tincture production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If considered raw beaver meat by-products
Meat offal heading 0208 if not glandular secretion-focused, but pharma intent keeps it in 05.
If post-extraction as odoriferous mixtures
Extracts become fragrance mixtures in Chapter 33.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain documentation (-18°C or below) to qualify as provisionally preserved
• USDA APHIS permits required for importing from Canada or other beaver habitats
• Avoid thawing during transit to prevent classification as 'dried' or processed
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