Expeller Pressed Soybean Cake

Mechanically pressed soybean cake from expeller extraction process, retaining higher oil content than solvent-extracted types. Falls under HTS 2304.00.00.90 as 'other' solid residues from soybean oil production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2306.60.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If from cottonseed oil extraction instead

Different oilseed sources have dedicated subheadings in heading 2306.

2309.90.24Lower: 25% vs 35%

If blended with milk products under quota

Quota-restricted milk-containing feeds classified separately with country limits.

1507.90.40Higher: 36.6% vs 35%

If not fully defatted and imported primarily as crude oil residue

Soybean oil itself or high-oil cakes may classify under edible oils in Chapter 15.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document extraction method (mechanical vs. solvent) for CBP verification

Comply with USDA APHIS import permit if from certain regions due to pest risks

Test for residual solvent levels (should be zero for expeller)