Refined Microbial Algal Oil DHA
This is a refined fraction of microbial oil produced by fermentation of algae, rich in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), used in infant formula and nutritional supplements. It falls under HTS 1515.60.05.00 as a microbial fat and oil fraction, not chemically modified. The product is extracted and refined from microbial sources without altering its chemical structure.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically modified through hydrogenation
Chemical modifications like hydrogenation shift classification to heading 1516 for animal/vegetable fats, regardless of microbial source.
If presented as a food preparation or additive
Microbial oils in formulated preparations for specific uses like infant formula fall under Chapter 38 as industrial fatty preparations.
If sold as animal feed ingredient
End-use as feed preparations reclassifies under Chapter 23, separate from bulk microbial oils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify microbial origin certification and provide production process documentation to confirm classification under 1515.60.05.00
• Ensure fractions meet 'not chemically modified' criteria; include lab analysis if refined beyond simple physical processes
• Label accurately for food-grade use; common pitfall is misclassifying as animal-derived under Chapter 15 headings
Related Products under HTS 1515.60.05.00
Single Cell Microbial Oil ARA Fraction
A fraction of arachidonic acid (ARA)-rich oil derived from fermented Mortierella alpina fungi, used in nutritional products. Classified under HTS 1515.60.05.00 for microbial fats and their fractions, whether refined but unmixed. It remains a fixed vegetable-like microbial fat without chemical modification.
Fermented Yeast Derived Microbial Fat
Unrefined microbial fat extracted from oleaginous yeast cultures like Yarrowia lipolytica, used in biodiesel and oleochemicals. It qualifies under HTS 1515.60.05.00 as other fixed microbial fats and fractions, not chemically modified. The fat is separated via physical centrifugation without structural changes.
Refined Schizochytrium Algal Oil Fraction
A DHA-enriched fraction from Schizochytrium sp. microalgae fermentation, refined for pharmaceutical and food use. Falls under HTS 1515.60.05.00 for microbial oils and fractions, physically refined only. Not chemically modified, maintaining triglyceride structure.
Oleaginous Fungal Lipid Fraction
Lipid fraction from oleaginous fungi like Blakeslea trispora, rich in beta-carotene precursors, for nutraceuticals. Under HTS 1515.60.05.00 as microbial oil fraction, refined physically. Maintains natural fat profile.
Bulk Microbial Triglyceride Oil
Bulk triglyceride-rich oil from engineered microbial hosts for industrial lubricants. HTS 1515.60.05.00 covers this fixed microbial fat, unrefrigerated and unrefined. Biotechnologically produced without modification.
Refined Thraustochytrid Microbial Fat
Fat from Thraustochytrid protists, refined for omega-3 supplements. Fits HTS 1515.60.05.00 as microbial fraction. Physical refining only.