Crude Menhaden Oil for Industrial Use
Unrefined crude oil pressed from menhaden fish, containing high levels of EPA and DHA. Falls under HTS 1504.20.60.20 specifically for menhaden-derived fish oils or fractions, whether refined or not. Commonly used in manufacturing paints, varnishes, and leather treatments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from fish livers like cod or halibut
Liver oils have a separate subheading from body oils like menhaden.
If highly refined and blended primarily with petroleum oils
Predominant petroleum content reclassifies as mineral oils rather than fish-derived.
If processed into soap-stocks, foots, or dregs residues
By-products and residues from fish oil refining fall under heading 1522.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide fishing vessel logs or origin docs proving menhaden source to distinguish from other fish oils
• Label containers clearly as 'not for human consumption' if industrial grade to prevent FDA scrutiny
• Test for heavy metals and contaminants common in marine oils; include lab reports in entry docs
Related Products under HTS 1504.20.60.20
Refined Menhaden Fish Oil
Refined menhaden fish oil extracted from the Brevoortia tyrannus fish, processed to remove impurities while retaining omega-3 fatty acids. Classified under HTS 1504.20.60.20 as a fraction of fish oil from menhaden, not chemically modified. Primarily used in nutritional supplements and animal feeds.
Menhaden Omega-3 Concentrate
Concentrated fraction of menhaden fish oil enriched for EPA/DHA content through physical fractionation. Classified in HTS 1504.20.60.20 as menhaden fish oil fractions, not chemically modified. Used in pharmaceutical-grade supplements and functional foods.
Food-Grade Refined Menhaden Oil
Highly purified menhaden oil meeting food safety standards, winterized and deodorized. HTS 1504.20.60.20 covers menhaden oils for all uses, including edible applications without chemical modification. Applied in aquaculture feeds and human nutrition products.
Bulk Menhaden Oil for Aquaculture
Bulk menhaden fish oil used as a primary lipid source in salmon and trout feeds. Specifically classified under HTS 1504.20.60.20 for menhaden-sourced fish fats and fractions. Provides essential fatty acids for fish growth without chemical alteration.