Soybean Meal Pellets
Pelleted residues derived from the milling and processing of soybeans, a leguminous plant, used primarily as a high-protein animal feed supplement. This product falls under HTS 2302.50.00.00 because it consists of bran, sharps, and other milling by-products specifically from leguminous plants like soybeans.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If soybean solvent extraction residues
Solvent-extracted soybean meal is classified under oilcake and residues from extraction, not milling by-products.
If mixed with milk derivatives for animal feed
Mixtures with milk or derivatives for animal feed fall under Chapter 23 preparations, subject to quantitative limits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is derived solely from leguminous plants via supplier certificates to avoid misclassification as cereal residues
• Ensure compliance with FDA animal feed regulations, including labeling for protein content and origin
Related Products under HTS 2302.50.00.00
Pea Bran Pellets
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Lupin Seed Bran
Bran from the milling of lupin seeds, a leguminous plant, valued for its high protein in aquaculture and monogastric animal feeds. This residue product is classified under HTS 2302.50.00.00 for leguminous plant by-products.
Lentil Milling Sharps
Sharps and other residues from the milling of lentils, a leguminous plant, sold in bulk for use in poultry and ruminant feeds. This fits HTS 2302.50.00.00 due to its derivation from leguminous plant milling processes.
Chickpea Bran
Bran residues from the sifting and milling of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), a leguminous plant, utilized as a fiber-rich additive in animal rations. Covered by HTS 2302.50.00.00 for leguminous plant milling by-products.
Fava Bean Sharps Pellets
Pelleted sharps (middlings) from the milling of fava beans (broad beans), a leguminous plant, serving as a digestible protein source in swine feed. HTS 2302.50.00.00 applies to such leguminous residues in pellet form.
Mung Bean Milling Residues
Loose residues including bran and sharps from mung bean milling, a leguminous plant, used in starter feeds for young livestock. Falls under HTS 2302.50.00.00 as non-pelleted leguminous plant processing by-products.