Engineered Yeast Omega-3 Oil from Germany
Genetically engineered yeast oil producing EPA/DHA, re-esterified and refined. Fits 1516.30.00.00 as synthetic microbial fat not further prepared. Used in pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Biotech clearance from USDA/APHIS for GM strains
• Patent docs may aid customs valuation disputes
• Purity certs >90% triglycerides to hold classification