Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) Dialyzed from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include certificates of analysis (CoA) specifying dialysis parameters and endotoxin levels for customs clearance
• Declare exact volume and concentration; under-declaring risks penalties under biotech import rules
• Partner with IATA-certified shippers for frozen biohazard transport to prevent delays