2302.40.01/Sorghum Middlings/Japan

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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