Dehulled Sunflower Seed Cake from China
Dehulled sunflower seed cake comes from hull-removed kernels after oil extraction, offering higher protein (up to 42%) and lower fiber for monogastric animals. The dehulling doesn't change its status as extraction residue. HTS 2306.30.00.00 covers this as sunflower-specific oilcake.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document dehulling process to prove it's still pure sunflower residue, not a processed feed
• Ensure aflatoxin levels are below 20 ppb for poultry feed compliance
• Use ISF filings early due to agricultural product scrutiny