Refined Sardine Oil from Japan
This is refined fish oil extracted from sardines, used primarily in nutritional supplements and animal feed. It falls under HTS 1504.20.60.40 as a fraction of fish oil, other than liver oils, that is not chemically modified. The 'other' subheading applies to non-liver marine oils that are refined but not chemically altered.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the oil is from fish other than liver sources and not chemically modified to avoid reclassification under Chapter 15 headings for modified fats
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming marine mammal-free content and refinement process to meet FDA import requirements
• Label shipments clearly as 'fish oil - not for human consumption' if intended for animal feed to prevent FDA holds