Cod Liver Oil Fractions from Japan
Concentrated fractions of cod liver oil, separated to isolate omega-3s or vitamins, obtained via physical processes like distillation. Falls under HTS 1504.10.20.00 as fractions of cod fish-liver oils, not chemically modified. Used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document fraction separation method (e.g
• molecular distillation) to prove no chemical modification
• Comply with FDA/USP standards for purity; adulteration risks reclassification as preparations
• Declare exact fraction composition to avoid undervaluation penalties