Cargill Corn Gluten Feed Pellets

Corn gluten feed pellets are a byproduct of corn wet milling used primarily as a high-fiber, protein-rich animal feed ingredient. Classified under HTS 2303.10.00.10 as residues from starch manufacture, specifically corn gluten feed, which includes the bran, steep liquor, and germ meal mix.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.4%+35.0%36.4%
🇲🇽Mexico1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇨🇦Canada1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇩🇪Germany1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇯🇵Japan1.4%+10.0%11.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

2302.40.01Lower: 35% vs 36.4%

If derived from cereal starch production other than corn

Bran, sharps, and other residues from other cereal milling fall under different starch residue subheadings.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 36.4%

If mixed with milk derivatives for specific formulations

Animal feeds prepared with milk or derivatives shift to Chapter 23 prepared feeds with quantitative limits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify moisture content and pellet integrity to meet feed safety standards; obtain veterinary certificates for animal feed import; check for aflatoxin levels common in corn byproducts