Engineered Yeast Omega-3 Oil from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Biotech clearance from USDA/APHIS for GM strains
• Patent docs may aid customs valuation disputes
• Purity certs >90% triglycerides to hold classification