Rye Straw Pellets from Japan
Pelleted rye straw, unprepared, for erosion control or animal bedding. HTS 1213.00.00.00 covers this as cereal straw mechanically formed into pellets without additives.
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
• Pellet specs must show no binders; pure compression only
• Origin labeling prevents confusion with imported grass straws
• Avoid seasonal import spikes without quota checks