Vital Proteins Collagen Gelatin Sticks from Japan
Single-serve gelatin sticks containing bovine collagen peptides blended for gelling in hot beverages or desserts, promoted for skin and hair health. Falls under HTS 2106.90.58 as a prepared gelatin food product portioned for retail consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure packaging specifies 'culinary use' to avoid supplement scrutiny; provide origin certificates for collagen source
• Avoid pitfalls by not overstating health claims in import docs