Maize Germ Whole from Canada
Whole maize germ separated from endosperm during dry milling, retained intact for oil extraction or high-protein feed. Chapter Note specifies germ always in 1104 regardless of processing; HTS 1104.23.00.00 for corn germ. Oil content 18-22% typical.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Germ purity certificate (>90% pure) prevents bran mixture classification
• Rancidity testing critical for oil-rich germ
• Separate food-grade from feed-grade germ shipments