Sablefish Liver Oil from Japan
Sablefish (black cod) liver oil is refined from Anoplopoma fimbria livers, valued for high omega-3 content in premium supplements. It is classified in HTS 1504.10.40.00 as other fish-liver oils, refined without chemical changes. Popular in high-end nutraceuticals.
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
• Use invoice details specifying 'liver oil' vs. 'fish oil' to avoid disputes over 1504.10 vs. 1504.20
• FDA prior notice required for fish oil shipments; file via ACE system 72 hours pre-arrival