Harmonized System
Marine mammal fats and oils — including those from whales, dolphins, and seals — face significant import restrictions in the United States beyond standard tariff treatment, most critically the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), which prohibits the import of products from marine mammals taken in violation of US standards. China and Canada are the recorded US import sources under this heading, though commercial volumes are limited given the regulatory environment. Importers must confirm that any shipment complies with MMPA import provisions and, where applicable, CITES permit requirements for protected species. Classification and admissibility are complex — consult a licensed customs broker and the US Fish & Wildlife Service before attempting to import.
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The Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) is the primary US statute governing imports of marine mammal products. It prohibits importation of marine mammals and their products unless the exporting nation's fishery or aquaculture practices meet US standards for marine mammal bycatch and incidental take. Importers must obtain a finding from NOAA Fisheries confirming the exporting country's compliance before a shipment can legally enter.
Many marine mammal species are listed under CITES Appendix I or II, which requires export permits from the country of origin and import permits from the US Fish & Wildlife Service. The specific permit requirement depends on the species involved; importers should identify the source species and consult FWS well in advance of shipment, as permit processing can be lengthy.
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Subheading 3 of 3 in heading 1504
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1504300000 | Fats & Oils of Marine Mammals, Nt Chem Modified | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1504300000 | Fats & Oils of Marine Mammals, Nt Chem Modified | $62K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Low of 2 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to December 2025, the U.S. imported $9K of Fats & Oils of Marine Mammals, Not Chemically Modified.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through December 2025 · imports 2 of 12 months reported, exports 6 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · December 2025
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