Rice Bran Pellets
Pelleted rice bran derived from the milling of rice grains, used primarily as a nutritional feed supplement for livestock. It falls under HTS 2302.40.01.05 as residues from rice milling processed into pellet form. This product is rich in fiber, protein, and oil, making it ideal for animal diets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not pelleted or in basic granular form
Non-pelleted rice bran falls under the general subheading for other forms of rice milling residues.
If mixed with other ingredients and formulated as complete animal feed
Mixed preparations with rice bran as a minor component are classified under mixed animal feeds in Chapter 23.
If used primarily for human consumption as a dietary fiber supplement
Rye bran or similar for human food use shifts to Chapter 12 for vegetable residues, not animal feed residues.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify product is solely rice-derived residues to avoid reclassification under other cereal brans
• Provide milling process documentation and lab analysis confirming rice origin for CBP clearance
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on rice by-products from certain origins like Asia
Related Products under HTS 2302.40.01.05
Defatted Rice Bran
Rice bran with oil extracted, obtained from rice milling processes, commonly used in poultry and swine feed formulations. Classified under HTS 2302.40.01.05 as rice-derived sharps and residues. It provides high protein content without excess fat.
Rice Sharps for Feed
Fine particles known as rice sharps (middlings) from rice sifting and milling, utilized as a cost-effective ingredient in ruminant feeds. This product matches HTS 2302.40.01.05 for rice milling residues. It aids digestion due to high fiber levels.
Stabilized Rice Bran
Heat-stabilized rice bran from milling to prevent rancidity, serving as a stable feed additive for aquaculture and livestock. Falls under HTS 2302.40.01.05 as processed rice residues. Stabilization preserves nutrients like oryzanol.
Rice Milling Byproduct Pellets
Pellets composed of rice bran, sharps, and other milling residues, designed for easy handling in feed mills. Classified in HTS 2302.40.01.05 for pelleted rice cereal residues. Enhances feed efficiency in dairy cattle rations.
Full-Fat Rice Bran Feed
Unextracted full-fat rice bran from rice sifting, valued for its energy content in pig and poultry diets. This residue product is under HTS 2302.40.01.05 as rice milling by-product. High palatability boosts feed intake.