Sorghum Middlings

Middlings from grain sorghum milling, utilized in ethanol byproduct feeds or direct livestock roughage. Under HTS 2302.40.01 for residues of 'other cereals,' though sometimes bordering maize classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2303.30.00Same rate: 35%

If brewing or distilling residues

Beet pulp, bagasse, and brewing/distilling residues from cereals classify under 2303, not milling.

2309.90.24Lower: 25% vs 35%

If mixed with milk products under quota

Quota-limited feeds with milk derivatives have specific subheadings with country allocations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Differentiate from maize DDGS (distillers grains) with lab analysis; latter may go under 2303.30

β€’ Check for GMO declarations if from biotech sorghum varieties, impacting approval

β€’ Pelleted forms must confirm no binders added, preserving residue status