Beta-Sitosterol Pharmaceutical Grade from Canada
Beta-sitosterol, a plant sterol alcohol, is used in cholesterol-lowering supplements and prostate health formulations, classified as 'other' sterols under 2906.13.5000. This cyclic alcohol derivative fits Chapter 29's criteria for chemically defined organic compounds. It's sourced from plant oils and meets pharmaceutical purity standards.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include phytosterol content certificate and origin documentation; segregate from food-grade shipments to avoid FDA food facility registration; watch for contamination claims triggering additional testing