Primary Human Hepatocyte Cell Culture

Freshly isolated primary hepatocytes from human liver tissue, cultured for drug metabolism studies and liver failure therapies. This product is under HTS 3002.59.00.00 as other cell cultures prepared for therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic uses. It supports hepatocyte transplantation and toxicology testing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

3002Same rate: Free

If vaccine-related cell cultures for production

Cultures specifically for vaccine production fall under dedicated vaccine subheadings

3006.92.00Higher: 10% vs Free

If part of first-aid or clinical trial kits

Cell cultures packaged in measured doses for trials go to Chapter 30 heading 3006

0714.10Higher: 21.3% vs Free

If dried and unfit for therapeutic use (waste)

Expired or non-viable cell cultures treated as waste pharmaceuticals under 3006 but dried forms shift

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Comply with HHS regulations for human tissue import; include donor screening and infectious disease testing

• Use IATA-compliant shipping for biohazardous materials with proper UN packaging

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