Cod Liver Paste

Paste from cod livers, rich in omega-3s, processed into a spreadable form. Falls under HTS 1604.20.10.00 as prepared fish paste. Though liver-derived, pureed form classifies as fish paste.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

1504.10.40Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If extracted as oil rather than emulsified paste

Fish liver oils are in Chapter 15 for fats/oils.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If liver pieces not fully pasted

Other fish livers preserved use different 1604.19 codes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for vitamin A/D levels to meet supplement regulations if marketed as such

Distinguish from pure cod liver oil, which may fall under 15xx codes

Provide harvest area details for traceability

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