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Ovine Thyroid Glands Dried from Japan

Dried sheep thyroid glands used in the production of thyroid hormone extracts for medications treating hypothyroidism. Classified in HTS 0510.00.4040 as other animal organs for pharma prep. Provisionally preserved without rendering inedible.

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

Include lab analysis showing hormone content; avoid contamination with pancreas to stay out of exclusions

Use pharma-specific importers experienced in biologics