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Frozen Porcine Pituitary Glands from Japan

Chilled or frozen pig pituitary glands harvested for extraction of growth hormones like somatotropin in pharma applications. HTS 0510.00.4040 covers such organs provisionally preserved for pharmaceutical product preparation. Key for biotech hormone production.

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 USDA APHIS import protocols for swine tissues; provide end-user statements from pharma buyers

Inspect for proper freezing to qualify as provisionally preserved