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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Biotech clearance from USDA/APHIS for GM strains
• Patent docs may aid customs valuation disputes
• Purity certs >90% triglycerides to hold classification