Cane Bagasse Pressed Blocks from Japan
Compressed blocks of sugar cane bagasse for goat roughage, minimizing volume for transport. Classed as other sugar waste in HTS 2303.20.00.40.
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%
Import Tips
• Pressure-test blocks for 200 psi integrity to prevent crumbling in transit
• Binders limited to 2% natural gums; synthetics trigger reclassification
• APHIS permit if from quarantined cane regions like Australia