Omega-3 Concentrated Cod Liver Oil from Japan
Cod liver oil fraction concentrated for high EPA/DHA omega-3 content via physical winterization. Under HTS 1504.10.20.00 as unmodified cod fish-liver oil fraction. Targeted for heart health supplements.
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
• Specify concentration process in entry docs to confirm physical vs chemical modification
• Test for heavy metals/PCBs common in marine oils; non-compliant shipments detained
• Use HTSUS advisory for supplement claims to prevent misclassification