Palm Kernel Expeller Meal
Palm kernel expeller meal is produced by mechanically expelling oil from palm kernels, leaving a coarse, high-fiber residue that is pelletized or ground for feed use. It serves as a cost-effective protein source in ruminant diets. This product is a residue from palm kernel oil extraction, falling under tariff item 2306.60.00.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the meal is incorporated into a compound feed
Compound feeds are classified under heading 23.09, not as oil-cake residues.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish the expeller meal from solvent-extracted meal in documentation, as the process may affect classification
• Ensure the product is declared as a vegetable oil residue, not a prepared feed
• Consult CFIA for any import restrictions on feed ingredients
Related Products under Tariff item 2306.60.00
Coarse Palm Kernel Cake
Coarse palm kernel cake is the unground press cake obtained after screw-press extraction of oil from palm kernels. It is a vegetable oil residue used directly in beef cattle feedlots for its fibrous texture and roughage value, aiding rumen function. This product falls under tariff item 2306.60.00 as it is a residue from the extraction of palm kernel oil.
Defatted Palm Kernel Meal
Defatted palm kernel meal is the solvent-extracted residue from palm kernels, containing 18-20% protein and low fat content. It is used as a high-protein ingredient in monogastric animal feeds, particularly for broiler chickens. This product is a residue from palm kernel oil extraction and falls under tariff item 2306.60.00.
Ground Palm Kernel Cake
Ground palm kernel cake is the finely milled solid byproduct from palm kernel oil solvent extraction plants. It is rich in protein and used in aquaculture feeds, with a granular form that facilitates mixing into complete feeds. This product is a residue of palm kernel oil extraction, qualifying for tariff item 2306.60.00.
Palm Kernel Extraction Pellets
Palm kernel extraction pellets are solid residues from palm kernel oil extraction, steam-conditioned and pelleted for durability in swine feed applications. They provide essential minerals and bypass protein for better utilization. These pellets are residues of palm kernel oil extraction, qualifying for tariff item 2306.60.00.
Palm Kernel Feed Meal
Palm kernel feed meal is a standardized ground product from palm kernel oil extraction, balanced for 16% protein in layer hen rations. It supports egg production through methionine content. This product is a residue from palm kernel oil extraction, falling under tariff item 2306.60.00.
Palm Kernel Oilcake
Palm kernel oilcake is the solid residue obtained after extracting palm kernel oil from palm kernels through mechanical pressing or solvent extraction. It is typically ground into meal form and used primarily as a high-fiber feed ingredient. This product is a residue of palm kernel oil extraction, qualifying for tariff item 2306.60.00.