Antarctic Krill for Salmonid Feed

Whole or minced frozen krill (Euphausia superba) incorporated into salmon and trout extrudes. Under 0511.99.30.30 for chief animal feed use, not textile or edible exclusions. Provides astaxanthin for fish pigmentation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2309.90.44Lower: 25% vs 35%

If pelletized with binders

Extruded salmon feeds are compound preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Link to salmon farm contracts for use verification

Avoid over-processing to prevent 2309 reclass

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