Ground Cottonseed Cake from Japan
Ground cottonseed cake consists of cottonseed oil extraction residues finely milled into powder or coarse meal for mixing into animal rations. It provides essential amino acids and energy for dairy and beef cattle diets. This qualifies for HTS 2306.10.00.00 as ground solid residues from cotton seed oil production.
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
• Submit residue origin certificate from cottonseed crushers to confirm compliance with 2306 definition
• Avoid contamination with soybean or other oilcakes; segregation during transport prevents blending issues
• Declare exact moisture content (typically <12%) as high moisture may require drying declarations