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Crypthecodinium cohnii DHA Microbial Fraction

Refined DHA fraction from dinoflagellate Crypthecodinium cohnii, inter-esterified for better absorption. Classified in HTS 1516.30.00.00 for microbial oils partly hydrogenated, suitable for aquaculture feed. Not further prepared into feeds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1504.10.40.00Higher: 37.5% vs 17.5%

If derived from marine microorganisms misclassified as fish

Hierarchy may place marine-derived in fish oils if not proven microbial.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 17.5%

If sold as aquafeed ingredient mix

Set with carriers becomes prepared animal feed under 2309.

1518.00Higher: 18% vs 17.5%

If merely denatured without hydrogenation

Chapter note routes denatured oils to 1518.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Aquaculture importers need Aphis permits if for animal feed; specify end use

Validate microbial vs marine origin to avoid 1504 fish oil heading

Bulk drums only; retail packaging risks 21xx reclassification

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