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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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