Full-Fat Soybean Cake (Expeller Pressed) from Japan
Expeller-pressed full-fat soybean cake retaining 18-20% oil content due to mechanical extraction only. Still classified under HTS 2304.00.00 as soybean oil extraction residue, distinguished by higher fat. Used in organic poultry and piglet feeds.
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
• Higher oil content increases flash point risk; requires proper ventilation certification for containers
• Organic certification documentation essential if labeled as organic feed ingredient
• Fat content analysis prevents reclassification as crude soybean oil under Chapter 15