Oyster Waste Pellets

Pellets from oyster processing waste including shells and soft tissues, unfit for consumption and used in shellfish aquaculture diets. Under HTS 2301.20.00.90 for other mollusc products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If sold as complete aquaculture ration

Full feed mixes with nutrients are preparations, not base meals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include bivalve sanitation program compliance; dry thoroughly to meet moisture limits; segregate from human food shipments

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