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Vital Wheat Gluten Pellets for Livestock

Pelletized vital wheat gluten derived from wheat flour processing, designed exclusively for animal feed to enhance ruminant diets. Classified under HTS 1109.00.10.00 due to its declaration for animal feed use and physical form optimized for feed mills. Provides essential amino acids for cattle growth.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+37.5%39.3%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%
PGA flags (2)Show detailsFD4FDARequiredAM7USDA AMSMay be required
  • FD4

    FDA · Required

    Food and Drug Administration

    FDA prior notice data is required 801(m)

    Licenses & permits (3)
    • FDA prior notice for food shipments, filed via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival source
    • FDA food facility registration for facilities that make, process, pack or hold the food source
    • FDA entry data in ACE with affirmation of compliance codes (registration, listing, approval numbers) source
  • AM7

    USDA AMS · May be required

    USDA/Agricultural Marketing Service

    USDA/agriculture marketing service data related to organics may be required

    Licenses & permits (2)
    • NOP Import Certificate from the exporter's accredited certifier (Organic INTEGRITY), filed in ACE for each organic shipment source
    • Importer handling organic products must hold USDA organic certification unless exempt source

CBP HTS reference file, Nov 9, 2026 · licenses and permits are the usual requirements for that agency program; confirm with the agency for your product

Alternative Classifications

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

1109.00.90Higher: 44.3% vs 39.3%

If packaged for bakery industry

Same product in consumer packaging for human food use reclassifies to the human consumption subheading based on marketing and labeling.

2302.40.01Lower: 37.5% vs 39.3%

If for bran/germ-containing milling by-products

If wheat gluten includes significant bran or germ fractions failing starch/ash tests, it becomes feed bran under heading 2302.

2106.90.44.00Lower: 7.5% vs 39.3%

If when compounded into pet food formulas

Incorporation into finished pet foods classifies as food preparations under 2106, not pure gluten.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit end-use statement certifying livestock application; verify sieve passage meets Chapter 11 milling product standards; watch for moisture content limits to prevent mold during transit

Related Products under HTS 1109.00.10.00

Dried Wheat Gluten Animal Feed Supplement

Dried wheat gluten produced from wheat starch manufacturing, specifically formulated and labeled for use as a high-protein supplement in animal feed rations. It meets HTS 1109.00.10.00 criteria as wheat gluten intended solely for animal consumption, not human food. Its protein content exceeds 70%, making it ideal for livestock nutrition.

Wheat Gluten Powder for Poultry Feed

Fine powdered wheat gluten extracted during wheat starch production, explicitly for poultry feed to boost protein levels in mash diets. Falls under HTS 1109.00.10.00 as it's not suitable for human consumption due to feed-grade processing. High digestibility for broiler chickens.

Dehydrated Wheat Gluten Meal for Swine

Dehydrated meal form of wheat gluten from industrial milling, designated for swine nutrition to improve feed efficiency. HTS 1109.00.10.00 applies as animal feed product per legal notes excluding human/pharma uses. Particle size meets groats/meal fragmentation rules.

Bulk Wheat Gluten for Dairy Cattle Feed

Bulk-packed wheat gluten from vital wheat gluten production, intended for dairy cattle rations to support milk production. Classified in HTS 1109.00.10.00 for animal feed use, meeting starch content over 80% per chapter notes. Economical protein source for large-scale farms.

Wheat Gluten Feed Additive Granules

Granulated wheat gluten supplement for general animal feed, produced from wet milling by-products and dried for stability. HTS 1109.00.10.00 designation confirms animal feed purpose, excluding roasted malt or prepared flours per chapter exclusions. Versatile for multiple species.