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Two-Piece Bovine Gelatin Capsules

Standard two-piece unfilled capsules from bovine unhardened gelatin, widely used in dietary supplements. Hypromellose-free for purity. This tariff covers such gelatin articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+20.0%23%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0210.99Lower: 14.8% vs 23%

If edible meat byproducts if not processed

Raw gelatin sources are meat preps, but worked capsules are finished.

2309.90Lower: 13.9% vs 23%

If animal feed when filled

Pet supplements in capsules become Chapter 23 feeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• BSE-free certs essential for bovine gelatin

• Size and cap/body ratio in invoice