Goose Feather Meal from Germany
Produced from goose feathers cleaned, treated for preservation, and hydrolyzed into protein-rich meal for monogastric animal diets. HTS 0505.90.20.20 covers this as feather meal, emphasizing minimal processing beyond what's needed for safety and usability.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing logs showing hydrolysis conditions (pressure, temperature) to prove it's feather meal, not rendered products
• Register as animal feed ingredient with destination FDA equivalent if required for bulk imports
• Monitor ash content (under 4%) to meet quality specs and avoid rejection