Powdered Animal Gallstones from Japan
Ground bezoars or gallstones from oxen or bears, for traditional medicine. HTS 0511.99.4070 as other NES from dead animals, unfit for conventional food use. Excluded from pharmaceuticals unless processed.
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
• FDA prior notice as animal product, disclaim medicinal claims
• Authenticity certs for species (bear CITES risk)
• Pure powder only; capsules become Chapter 30