Corn Bran Pellets

Pelleted corn bran derived from the sifting and milling of maize kernels, primarily consisting of the outer hull and fibrous residues. This product falls under HTS 2302.10.00.00 as it is a residue from corn milling processes, used mainly as a high-fiber animal feed ingredient.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

2302.30.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If derived from wheat instead of corn

Wheat bran and sharps are classified separately under the wheat-specific subheading in the same chapter.

2309.90.10Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If mixed with vegetable products and prepared as complete feed

Blended preparations for animal feed fall under Chapter 23 heading 2309, not pure cereal by-products.

1214.90.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If unprocessed corn husks sold for forage rather than milling residue

Raw vegetable residues like corn stalks are under Chapter 12 for non-milled cereal by-products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the product is derived solely from corn milling to avoid misclassification under other cereal residues

Provide milling process documentation and lab analysis confirming corn origin for CBP review

Watch for contamination with other grains, which could shift classification to a mixed residue subheading