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Edible Fish Gelatin Capsules

Empty hard capsules made from fish-derived gelatin, kosher alternative for supplements. HTS 3503.00.55.50 as other gelatin products of animal origin, empty shells.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+20.0%23.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+60.0%63.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.90Lower: 12.5% vs 23.8%

If pre-filled with medicaments

Notes exclude filled pharma products.

3917.31.00.00Higher: 40.6% vs 23.8%

If plasticized heavily

Artificial gut excluding collagen shifts.

2106.90Lower: 18.9% vs 23.8%

If filled with vitamins as food supp

Food supplement capsules reclass.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Halal/kosher certifications mandatory for bovine-free claims

• Empty capsules only; filled become Chapter 30

• Size/color specs for precise matching