Sterile Soybean Triglycerides for Parenteral Nutrition from China
Pharmaceutical-grade refined soybean triglycerides, sterile and FDA-approved for incorporation into IV fat emulsions for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Valued over $5/kg for its medical-grade refinement. HTS 1507.90.20.00 applies to this specialized soybean oil fraction.
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
• Provide batch-specific certificates of sterility and endotoxin levels compliant with FDA IV standards
• Declare as pharmaceutical intermediate with end-use letters from US buyers to support classification
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient proof of value by including cost breakdowns in entries