Duck Feather Waste Powder from Germany
Duck feather waste powder is fine-ground residue from feather processing, cleaned and disinfected for use in fertilizers or low-grade feeds. Classified under HTS 0505.90.20.40 as 'other' feather powder and waste from birds, limited to basic preservation treatments.
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
• Ensure documentation specifies bird species and confirms no rendering beyond disinfection to stay within heading 0505 scope
• Comply with FDA feed safety rules by testing for contaminants like heavy metals common in feather waste
• Label shipments clearly as 'feather waste' to prevent misclassification as edible meal products