Fresh Frozen Beaver Castoreum Glands from Japan
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.
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
• 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