Goose Down Waste Meal from Germany
Goose down waste meal consists of cleaned and powdered down residues from plumage processing, used in pet foods or compost. Under HTS 0505.90.20.40 for other feather/down waste not further processed.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use ISF filings early for animal product imports to avoid holds by CBP agriculture specialists
• Test for Salmonella and provide lab results in entry docs, a frequent inspection trigger
• Ensure packaging prevents odor leakage, as it can flag shipments for quarantine