Pharmaceutical Grade Soybean Oil Emulsion Base from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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