Marigold Powder Additive for Aquaculture Feed
Powdered dehydrated marigolds used in fish and shrimp feed formulations to improve flesh coloration. As a vegetable by-product for aquatic animal feeding, not elsewhere specified, it is classified 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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is blended with fish oil or other feed ingredients
Blended feed additives are classified as preparations under heading 23.09.
If the powder is used as a pigment for food coloring in human food
Vegetable pigments for human use fall under heading 14.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the powder is not mixed with any animal-derived ingredients, which could shift classification to heading 23.09
• Ensure the product meets CFIA standards for aquatic animal feed
• Keep documentation of the xanthophyll concentration for customs valuation
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