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Dried Chlorella Algae from Germany

Chlorella vulgaris, a single-cell green algae, is dried whole or cracked for detox supplements and food additive use in human diets. HTS 1212.99.92.00 applies to this unprocessed algae primarily for consumption.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Cell wall rupture documentation required for bioavailability claims

• FDA registration for facilities producing dried microalgae products

• Test for microcystin toxins prevalent in green algae cultures