Cargill Corn Gluten Meal 60%

High-protein corn gluten meal derived as a residue from wet corn milling starch production, containing approximately 60% crude protein. It is used primarily as a feed ingredient for livestock and poultry due to its high digestibility and amino acid profile. Classified under HTS 2303.10.00.20 as a residue of starch manufacture from corn processing.

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 maize starch extraction but not specifically gluten meal

Broader classification for other maize bran, sharps, or residues if protein content is below 60% or not processed as gluten meal.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 36.4%

If pelleted or mixed with vegetable residues for animal feed

Pelleted preparations with mixed ingredients shift to Chapter 23 preparations for animal feed rather than pure starch residues.

2305.00.00Lower: 35% vs 36.4%

If used as fertilizer rather than animal feed

End-use as plant nutrient classifies it under screenings, husks, and other vegetable residues for fertilizer use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify protein content via lab analysis to confirm classification as corn gluten meal; ensure compliance with FDA feed safety regulations including mycotoxin testing

Obtain Certificate of Analysis (COA) from supplier to avoid misclassification as general corn residues

Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain origins and proper bulk packaging declarations