Pharmaceutical Grade Soybean Oil Emulsion Base from China
Highly refined soybean oil meeting FDA standards for direct use in intravenous fat emulsions, with purity levels suitable for parenteral nutrition. It is valued over $5/kg due to its pharmaceutical processing and quality controls. Classified under HTS 1507.90.20.00 for its specific medical application.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA prior approval and provide certificates of analysis confirming pharmaceutical grade and FDA suitability for IV use
• Include detailed documentation on valuation exceeding $5/kg and compliance with USP standards to avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping manifests to maintain sterility during import