Pharmaceutical Grade Cod Liver Oil
High-purity cod liver oil meeting pharmacopeia standards, derived from cod livers for vitamin supplementation. HTS 1504.10.20.00 covers such fish-liver oils from cod prior to medicinal formulation. Packaged for direct pharma use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from marine mammals like whale
Heading 1504.20 covers marine mammal liver oils, separate from fish-liver 1504.10.
If sold as retail dietary supplements
Retail food supplements with cod liver oil classify under 2106 as preparations.
If merely denatured for non-food use
Chapter note directs denatured oils to the undenatured heading's equivalent, potentially 1517.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for vitamin/purity levels to support classification
• Avoid adding excipients which could shift to Chapter 30; pure oil stays in 1504
• Register with FDA for drug imports; common issue is missing prior notice
Related Products under HTS 1504.10.20.00
Refined Cod Liver Oil
Refined cod liver oil extracted from the livers of cod fish (Gadus morhua), rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A and D. It falls under HTS 1504.10.20.00 as a fish-liver oil specifically from cod, not chemically modified. Primarily used as a nutritional supplement.
Crude Cod Liver Oil
Unrefined crude oil pressed from fresh cod livers, containing natural impurities and high vitamin content. Classified under HTS 1504.10.20.00 for cod-derived fish-liver oils, whether refined or not, but not chemically modified. Used in further refining or animal feed.
Cod Liver Oil Fractions
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.
Omega-3 Concentrated Cod Liver Oil
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.
Vitamin A & D Rich Cod Liver Oil
Natural cod liver oil standardized for high vitamins A and D from Gadus morhua livers, not fortified. Classifies in HTS 1504.10.20.00 as cod fish-liver oil. Essential for immune and bone health products.
Bulk Cod Liver Oil for Cosmetics
Refined cod liver oil in bulk for cosmetic formulations, valued for emollient properties from cod livers. HTS 1504.10.20.00 applies to such fish-liver oils not chemically modified. Used in skin creams and serums.