Cottonseed Meal Pellets from Japan
Cottonseed meal pellets are formed by grinding cottonseed oil extraction residues and compressing them into durable pellets for easy handling and storage. These pellets serve as a nutritious livestock feed with about 40-41% protein content. Classified under HTS 2306.10.00.00 due to their origin as cotton seed oilcake in pelleted form.
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
• Confirm pelleting does not alter essential character; include manufacturing specs to prove it's still oilcake residue
• Test for gossypol levels (natural toxin in cottonseed) and provide certificates if exceeding feed safety limits
• Use bulk shipping containers to qualify for lower duties; avoid retail packaging that might shift to 2309