Fucosterol Marine Sterol from Japan
Fucosterol, an unusual algal sterol with cis-double bond configuration, is classified under 2906.13.5000 as 'other' cycloterpenic cyclic alcohols. This pure marine-derived compound meets Chapter 29 purity criteria. Applied in cosmeceuticals and marine biochemistry research.
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
• Document marine algae source and extraction method; test for heavy metals from seawater; label 'not for food use' if cosmetic grade