Soybean Oilcake Meal (Fine Ground) from Japan
Finely ground soybean oilcake resulting from the mechanical or solvent extraction of soybean oil, used primarily as a high-protein animal feed ingredient. Classified under HTS 2304.00.00 as it is a solid residue from soybean oil extraction, whether ground or pelleted. Typically contains 44-48% crude protein.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content (max 12%) and protein levels via lab testing to meet feed safety standards and avoid reclassification
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no contaminants like salmonella, required for all agricultural imports
• Declare exact processing method (solvent vs mechanical extraction) as it affects residue quality and potential FDA scrutiny