Corn Stover Chopped from Japan
Chopped corn stover (straw-like stalks and husks), unprepared, used for mulch or feed base. Classifies to HTS 1213.00.00.00 as cereal straw and husks from maize, mechanically chopped only.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Differentiate stover from silage; wet or fermented versions are Chapter 23
• Include field moisture readings to prove unprepared status
• Large volume imports need warehouse bonds for dust control regulations