Cod Liver Oil from China

Cod liver oil is extracted from the livers of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) and is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids like EPA and DHA, as well as vitamins A and D. It falls under HTS 1504.10.40.00 as a fish-liver oil that is refined but not chemically modified, distinct from other fish oils. This subheading covers 'other' fish-liver oils beyond specific types like those from halibut.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify the oil is from fish livers and not chemically modified (e.g

no hydrogenation) to avoid reclassification under Chapter 15 headings for modified fats

Provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming refinement process and absence of chemical modification, plus origin documentation for fish species

Label accurately with nutritional content, especially omega-3 levels, to comply with FDA import requirements and avoid holds at customs