Ambergris Natural Whale Secretion from Germany
Natural ambergris lumps from sperm whale intestines, used in high-end perfumery as fixative. HTS 0510.00.40.20 covers ambergris as animal secretion for pharma/perfume prep. Provisionally preserved dry.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• NMFS permit required for marine mammal products under MMPA
• Authenticate via chemical analysis (ambrein content) against synthetics
• Declare low volumes to minimize scrutiny