Ground Palm Kernel Cake from China
Ground palm kernel cake is the finely milled solid byproduct from palm kernel oil solvent extraction plants, rich in protein and used in aquaculture feeds. Its granular form facilitates easy mixing into complete feeds for fish and shrimp farming. This qualifies for HTS 2306.60.00.00 as the direct residue from palm kernel fat extraction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure supplier provides extraction method proof to distinguish from other oilcakes; test for anti-nutritional factors like glucosinolates per AAFCO standards; use ventilated containers to manage humidity