Poultry Processing Feather Waste Meal from Japan
Poultry processing feather waste meal is derived from feathers collected during slaughterhouse operations, cleaned, disinfected, and ground into protein-rich meal for pet food. Under HTS 0505.90.20, it represents feather waste not further processed beyond preservation, aligning with Chapter 5 scope for bird parts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Segregate from meat byproducts in shipping manifests to prevent cross-contamination flags under USDA rules
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for wooden packaging to meet phytosanitary standards
• Pre-notify CBP of volume, as large shipments may require advance bond for potential residue inspections