Cod Body Oil Refined from Mexico
Refined oil from cod (Gadus morhua) bodies, excluding liver, purified for high purity EPA/DHA content. Classified in HTS 1504.20.60 as 'other' refined fish oils not chemically modified, ideal for pharmaceutical-grade omega-3 capsules. Processing involves degumming and deodorizing without altering chemical structure.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation distinguishes body oil from liver oil to avoid reclassification under 1504.10
• Test for heavy metals and PCBs as required for US entry; provide lab COA from accredited labs
• For bulk imports, use nitrogen-blanketed tanks to prevent oxidation during shipping