Organic Blood Meal Fertilizer
Blood meal is a dry powder made from dried animal blood, primarily from cattle, used as a high-nitrogen fertilizer. The drying process is a chemical treatment of an animal product. This product is classified under tariff item 3101.00.00 as an animal-derived fertilizer.
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 blood meal is mixed with other fertilizers or sold in retail packaging.
Heading 31.05 applies to fertilizers with added nutrients or in retail forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the blood meal is heat-treated to prevent disease transmission
• Provide documentation of the drying process for customs
• Check for any restrictions on animal by-products in Canadian imports
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