Chilled Civet Gland Secretions from Japan
Chilled perineal glands from civet cats yielding civetone for perfumery and pheromone research in pharma. Falls under HTS 0510.00.40 'other' for glands used in pharmaceutical products, provisionally preserved. Chapter notes exclude furskins or textiles.
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 endangered species declaration and CITES certs; test for purity to prevent adulteration claims; document chain of custody from farm-raised civets