Broken Soybean Kernels for Meal Production
Partially broken soybean kernels from handling, destined for animal feed meal, under HTS 1201.90.00.90 which includes whether or not broken. Explicitly covers damaged or fragmented raw soybeans.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-crushed into soybean meal
Mechanically processed meal from soybeans is in 2304, not raw broken seeds.
If further ground into soybean flour
Flours and meals from soybeans, per chapter notes, go to heading 1208.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Quantify breakage percentage in commercial invoice to assess value and duties accurately
• Ensure quarantine compliance for broken seeds, which may harbor higher pest risks
• Avoid over-declaring damage to prevent valuation disputes with customs
Related Products under HTS 1201.90.00.90
Yellow Soybeans for Processing
Whole yellow soybeans, not broken, intended for crushing into oil and meal, classified under HTS 1201.90.00.90 as 'other' soybeans excluding seeds for sowing. This subheading covers soybeans primarily used in industrial processing rather than direct planting.
Black Soybeans for Food Manufacturing
Black soybeans, whether or not slightly broken, used in food production like soy sauce or miso, under HTS 1201.90.00.90 as non-sowing soybeans. This covers specialty varieties not intended for planting.
Hulled Soybeans for Export Processing
Soybeans with hulls removed but not otherwise processed, suitable for oil extraction, classified in HTS 1201.90.00.90 as other soybeans. Hulling does not change the raw seed classification under this heading.
Organic Non-GMO Soybeans
Certified organic, non-GMO yellow soybeans for crushing, under HTS 1201.90.00.90 excluding sowing seeds. Classification holds regardless of organic status, as it's based on use not certification.
High-Protein Soybean Varieties
Specialty high-protein soybeans bred for enhanced meal quality in feed, classified under HTS 1201.90.00.90 as other non-sowing soybeans. Varietal differences do not alter the base heading.