Feather Waste Powder
Feather waste powder is derived from cleaned feather waste of various birds and is not further processed. It is used in industrial applications such as fillers or feeds. This product falls under tariff item 0505.90.00 as powder or waste of feathers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is formulated as a feed supplement
Prepared animal feed products are classified in Chapter 23, not as feather waste.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the powder is not mixed with other substances, as that could change classification
• Provide a detailed description of the bird species and processing to the CBSA
• Check if the end use requires any special permits from CFIA or other agencies
Related Products under Tariff item 0505.90.00
Chicken Feather Meal
Chicken feather meal is a powdered byproduct made from cleaned, disinfected, and steam-hydrolyzed chicken feathers, used primarily as a high-protein animal feed ingredient. It falls under tariff item 0505.90.00 as powder and waste of feathers, not further worked than cleaned, disinfected, or treated for preservation.
Chicken Skins with Feathers
Chicken skins with attached feathers are disinfected for preservation but not further worked. They are used in crafts or taxidermy and fall under tariff item 0505.90.00 as other bird skins with feathers. The product is not edible and is not a hide or skin of Chapter 41.
Duck Feather Meal
Duck feather meal is a nutrient-dense powder made from cleaned, preserved duck feathers subjected to hydrolysis and milling for use in aquaculture and pet food. It qualifies for tariff item 0505.90.00 as feather meal, emphasizing minimal processing beyond cleaning and preservation.
Duck Feather Meal Byproduct
Duck feather meal byproduct is a fine powder from cleaned and hydrolyzed duck feathers, utilized in aquaculture feeds for its keratin protein content. It qualifies for tariff item 0505.90.00 as feather powder and waste, not further worked than cleaning, disinfection, or preservation.
Duck Feather Waste Powder
Duck feather waste powder is fine-ground residue from feather processing, cleaned and disinfected for use in fertilizers or low-grade feeds. Classified under tariff item 0505.90.00 as other feather powder and waste from birds, not further worked.
Duck Skins with Down
Duck skins including undercoat down are cleaned and preserved without further working. They are used for decorative or craft purposes and fall under tariff item 0505.90.00. The product retains natural feathers and down, making it a bird part of heading 05.05.