Bulk Yellow Dent Maize for Livestock Feed
This is whole kernel yellow dent maize imported in large bulk quantities for mixing into dairy or beef cattle rations. It qualifies for HTS 1005.90.20.25 as other yellow dent corn not specified for seed or popping. Primarily used in animal agriculture due to its high starch content.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other corn colors like red or blue dent
Non-yellow dent corn varieties are captured in the broader 'other' subheading 1005.90.9050.
If pelleted or mixed as prepared animal feed
Prepared feeds with corn as principal ingredient shift to Chapter 23 heading 2309 for compound feeds.
If dried to low moisture for long-term storage
Dried leguminous or cereal seeds like low-moisture corn for sowing or feed enter under Chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISPM 15 compliant wooden pallets if packaged, though bulk typically ships loose in vessels
• Submit FDA prior notice for all grain imports, even feed-grade, to expedite CBP clearance
• Label shipments clearly as 'not for human consumption' to prevent reclassification under food safety rules
Related Products under HTS 1005.90.20.25
Yellow Dent Feed Corn
Yellow dent corn is a variety of maize characterized by its yellow kernels and dented crown, primarily grown for animal feed and industrial uses. It falls under HTS 1005.90.20.25 as other yellow dent corn excluding seed and popping varieties. This classification applies to bulk shipments intended for livestock nutrition rather than human consumption.
Dent #2 Yellow Corn for Ethanol Production
Dent #2 yellow corn is a graded maize variety suitable for industrial fermentation into ethanol biofuel. Classified under HTS 1005.90.20.25 as other yellow dent corn, it excludes popping or seed types. This grain is typically imported in bulk for distillery processing.
Dairy Ration Yellow Dent Corn
Medium-dent yellow corn selected for high energy content in lactating dairy cow rations. HTS 1005.90.20.25 covers this as other yellow dent corn. Ships in bulk for farm feed mills.
Yellow Dent Corn for Poultry Feed
Coarse ground-capable yellow dent maize for broiler and layer poultry diets. Under HTS 1005.90.20.25 as other yellow dent. Essential energy source in bird nutrition.
Dry-Milled Yellow Dent Corn
Yellow dent corn prepared for dry milling into flaking grits or brewers corn. HTS 1005.90.20.25 for raw other yellow dent. Pre-milling stage import.
Beef Finishing Yellow Dent Corn
High-energy yellow dent for feedlot beef cattle finishing diets. Classed HTS 1005.90.20.25 other yellow dent corn.