Shrimp Shell Meal Flour from Germany
Fine flour produced by grinding dried shrimp shells and exoskeletons from processing operations, deemed unfit for human consumption and used primarily as a chitin source in poultry or pet feeds. Falls under HTS 2301.20.00.90 for other crustacean-based meals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing records proving shells were separated during food production; test for contaminants like heavy metals common in shellfish; ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption during transit