Sorghum Middlings from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from maize DDGS (distillers grains) with lab analysis; latter may go under 2303.30
• Check for GMO declarations if from biotech sorghum varieties, impacting approval
• Pelleted forms must confirm no binders added, preserving residue status