Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Classic Grade
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Classic Grade is derived from the blood of bovine fetuses, processed to provide essential growth factors for cell culture in therapeutic, prophylactic, and diagnostic applications. It falls under HTS 3002.12.0040 as an animal blood fraction prepared for immunological and biotechnological uses in research and medical labs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If heat-inactivated or further modified with additives
Modified blood fractions beyond basic preparation fall under other blood fractions, not specific antisera category.
If for non-medical research or industrial cell culture use
If not prepared for therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic uses, it may classify as a general culture medium preparation.
If classified as a specific immunological product like a growth factor isolate
Purified extracts from blood fractions intended for immune regulation are treated separately from whole serum.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify BSE-free certification and country of origin documentation to comply with FDA import regulations for animal-derived products
• Ensure cold chain logistics with validated -20°C or lower shipping to maintain sterility and bioactivity
• Avoid misclassification by confirming it's not a culture medium; provide lab usage affidavits if requested by customs
Related Products under HTS 3002.12.00.40
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Dialyzed
FBS Dialyzed is fetal bovine serum processed through dialysis to remove small molecules, ideal for sensitive cell culture in diagnostic assays and vaccine production. Classified under HTS 3002.12.0040 due to its role as a prepared animal blood fraction for biotechnological and medical applications.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Charcoal-Stripped
Charcoal-Stripped FBS has hormones and steroids removed via charcoal treatment, used in endocrine research and therapeutic cell therapies. It qualifies for HTS 3002.12.0040 as a specialized fetal bovine blood fraction for immunological product development.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Australian Origin
Australian-sourced FBS is collected from BSE-free regions, processed for high-quality cell culture in vaccine manufacturing and diagnostics. Under HTS 3002.12.0040 for its preparation as a therapeutic animal blood fraction.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) New Zealand Sourced
New Zealand FBS, from certified low-risk BSE countries, supports stem cell therapies and immunological product testing. Classified in HTS 3002.12.0040 as prepared fetal blood for biotech processes.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Gamma-Irradiated
Gamma-Irradiated FBS undergoes sterilization for virus-free cell cultures in gene therapy and diagnostics. It meets HTS 3002.12.0040 criteria as a modified animal blood fraction for prophylactic uses.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) USP Grade
USP Grade FBS complies with United States Pharmacopeia standards for clinical-grade cell expansion in regenerative medicine. Falls under HTS 3002.12.0040 for its preparation as a high-purity blood fraction for therapeutic applications.