Pharmaceutical Grade Egg Yolk Lecithin

Purified egg phospholipids extracted from egg yolks, meeting FDA pharmaceutical standards for purity and safety. Specifically formulated for incorporation into intravenous fat emulsions used in parenteral nutrition. Classified under HTS 2923.20.10.00 as lecithins and phosphoaminolipids intended for medical IV applications.

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.

2923.20Same rate: 35%

If not meeting FDA pharmaceutical grade requirements

General lecithins and phosphoaminolipids fall under the residual provision when not specifically for IV fat emulsion use.

1517.90Lower: 18% vs 35%

If crude or technical grade for food use

Unpurified lecithin mixtures from eggs are classified as edible mixtures containing ≥5% by weight of phospholipids.

3502.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If chemically modified or used as emulsifiers

Modified egg-derived phospholipids function more as industrial emulsifiers than pure pharma-grade compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FDA certification and Certificate of Analysis confirming pharmaceutical grade purity and suitability for IV use

Include end-use statement verifying incorporation into intravenous fat emulsions to qualify for this specific subheading

Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping documentation to maintain product stability during import