Crude Walrus Blubber Oil from Mexico
Unrefined oil from walrus blubber, traditionally used by Arctic communities for food and fuel. Classified under HTS 1504.30.00.00 for crude marine mammal fats, per the full hierarchy excluding chemical modification. Chapter notes route denatured products elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure indigenous harvest documentation and USFWS permits; test for contaminants
• Avoid declaring as 'fish liver oil' which is 1504.10.20