Egg Yolk Lecithin Powder

Egg yolk lecithin powder is a phosphoaminolipid isolated from egg yolks, used in pharmaceuticals and nutrition for its choline content. It falls under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other phosphoaminolipids,' meeting Chapter 29 definitions for chemically defined compounds with possible impurities. Often stabilized for transport per note (f).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+25.0%30%
🇲🇽Mexico5%5%
🇨🇦Canada5%5%
🇩🇪Germany5%5%
🇯🇵Japan5%5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0408Lower: 10% vs 30%

If crude extract still containing egg proteins

Unpurified egg derivatives remain under Chapter 4 birds' eggs, not isolated Chapter 29 compounds.

2923.20.10Higher: 35% vs 30%

If pure lecithin without phosphoaminolipid impurities

Highly refined lecithin may fall under principal 'lecithins' subheading before 'other' category.

3002.90.10Lower: Free vs 30%

If part of immunological or blood fraction products

Chapter 29 exclusion note (e) directs certain biological extracts to Chapter 30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide avian health certificates to meet USDA import requirements for egg-derived products

Ensure powder form has no added anti-dusting agents that alter general use per note (g)

Separate from egg products documentation to avoid Chapter 4 confusion

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Soy Lecithin Granules

Soy lecithin granules are a natural phosphoaminolipid extracted from soybeans, used as an emulsifier in food and cosmetics. This product falls under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other lecithins and phosphoaminolipids' that are chemically defined or contain impurities but meet chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds. They are commonly added to chocolate and supplements for texture improvement.

Sunflower Lecithin Liquid

Sunflower lecithin liquid is a phosphoaminolipid derived from sunflower seeds, valued for its non-GMO properties in supplements and baking. Classified under HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other' lecithins, it qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a). The liquid form uses minimal solvents for safety in transport.

Rapeseed Lecithin Emulsifier

Rapeseed lecithin emulsifier is a phosphoaminolipid from canola oil processing, applied in margarine and paints. HTS 2923.20.20.50 covers it as 'other' per Chapter 29 for mixtures of isomers or impure organic compounds. Includes transport stabilizers without specific use adaptation.

Pharmaceutical Grade Phosphatidylcholine

Pharmaceutical grade phosphatidylcholine is a purified phosphoaminolipid used in liposomal drug delivery systems. It qualifies for HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other phosphoaminolipids,' chemically defined under Chapter 29 note (a) with allowed stabilizers. Excludes hormone or enzyme preparations.

Corn Lecithin De-oiled Powder

Corn lecithin de-oiled powder is a phosphoaminolipid with oil removed for higher purity in bakery applications. Classified in HTS 2923.20.20.50 as 'other,' it fits Chapter 29 for water-dissolved or stabilized compounds per notes (d) and (f).

Marine Phospholipids Concentrate

Marine phospholipids concentrate from krill or fish sources provides omega-3 bound phosphoaminolipids for supplements. HTS 2923.20.20.50 includes it as 'other phosphoaminolipids' under Chapter 29 organic compound definitions with impurities.