Dolphin Fat Fractions from Mexico
Partially refined fractions from dolphin fat, employed in research for PUFA extraction. HTS 1504.30.00.00 applies to such marine mammal fractions not chemically modified, differentiating from fish-derived products. Legal definitions emphasize source specificity.
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
• Include DNA testing or origin certificates to confirm dolphin source; watch for statistical note misapplications
• Pitfall: undervaluation as generic 'marine oil'