Blue-Green Algae Powder from China

Blue-green algae powder from Aphanizomenon flos-aquae is freeze-dried for antioxidant supplements and smoothies. Classified HTS 1212.29.00.00 as dried 'other' algae for human nutrition. Excludes cultures or dead cells per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

FDA registration as dietary ingredient required; submit NDI status if applicable

Lab tests for microcystins (toxins) essential for safety clearance

Avoid 'live culture' language in descriptions

Blue-Green Algae Powder from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1212.29.00.00