Brewers Spent Grain Pellets
Pelleted byproduct from the beer brewing process consisting of barley husks, spent grains, and yeast residues. As a vegetable residue used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified, it falls under tariff item 2308.00.00.
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
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 spent grains are a residue from brewing, not pelleted
Brewing or distilling dregs and waste are specifically classified in heading 23.03.
If the pellets are mixed with other feed supplements
Blended feed preparations fall under heading 23.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the pellets are derived solely from vegetable materials, as yeast residues may be considered animal-derived and shift classification
• Ensure the product is dry and stable to avoid fermentation during shipping
• Provide a detailed production description to customs for accurate classification
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