Broken Cotton Seed Kernels from Japan
Cotton seed kernels intentionally broken during harvest or light processing, still containing oil. The HTS 1207.29.00.00 explicitly includes 'whether or not broken' for cotton seeds. Used for direct crushing or feed blending.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Photographic evidence of breakage level prevents residue classification; declare kernel ratio vs hulls
• APHIS permit required regardless of breakage state
• Monitor aflatoxin levels common in broken seeds