0505.90.20/Turkey Feather Waste Powder/Japan

Turkey Feather Waste Powder from Japan

Turkey feather waste powder is produced from ground turkey feathers that have been disinfected and treated for preservation, serving as a protein supplement in livestock feed. Classified under HTS 0505.90.20 due to being feather waste not further worked beyond cleaning and basic processing into meal form. It excludes edible products or further manufactured goods per Chapter 5 notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → 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

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Import Tips

• Label shipments clearly as 'feather meal for animal feed use only' to prevent confusion with human food imports, which are excluded under Chapter 5 note (a)

• Conduct microbial testing pre-shipment; U.S

• Customs may require proof of pathogen-free status to comply with APHIS import regulations

• Avoid bulk packaging without inner liners, as dust contamination can trigger FDA holds; use sealed, food-grade bags for compliance