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
12.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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