Palm Kernel Expeller Meal
Palm kernel expeller meal is produced by mechanical expelling of oil from palm kernels, leaving a coarse, high-fiber residue pelletized or ground for feed use. It serves as a cost-effective protein source in ruminant diets due to its balanced amino acids and energy content. Classified under HTS 2306.60.00.00 for its origin as the solid residue from palm kernel oil extraction.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from palm oil fruit rather than kernels
Residues from palm fruit oil extraction (not kernels) are classified separately under subheading 2306.50.
If when pelleted for retail animal feed sale
Pelletized or specially prepared feeds may shift to heading 2309 if considered compounded preparations.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain certificates of analysis showing protein and fiber content to meet feed labeling requirements; watch for moisture levels to prevent mold during transit; confirm country of origin as some palm products face trade restrictions
Related Products under HTS 2306.60.00.00
Palm Kernel Oilcake
Palm kernel oilcake is the solid residue obtained after extracting palm kernel oil from palm kernels through mechanical pressing or solvent extraction. It is typically ground into meal form and used primarily as a high-protein ingredient in animal feed formulations for livestock such as poultry and pigs. This product falls under HTS 2306.60.00.00 as it is the oilcake resulting specifically from palm nuts or kernels.
Ground Palm Kernel Cake
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.
Pelletized Palm Kernel Oilcake
Pelletized palm kernel oilcake consists of compressed residues from palm kernel oil pressing, formed into uniform pellets for efficient transport and feed mill incorporation. Commonly used in dairy cattle rations for its digestible fiber. Falls under HTS 2306.60.00.00 whether ground, pelleted, or otherwise processed post-extraction.
Defatted Palm Kernel Meal
Defatted palm kernel meal results from solvent extraction removing most oil from palm kernels, yielding a high-protein (18-20%) powder for monogastric animal feeds. Its low fat content makes it ideal for broiler chicken diets. HTS 2306.60.00.00 covers this as the solid residue from microbial or vegetable fat extraction of palm kernels.
Palm Kernel Extraction Pellets
Palm kernel extraction pellets are solid residues post-oil extraction, steam-conditioned and pelleted for durability in swine feed applications. They provide essential minerals and bypass protein for better utilization. Classified under HTS 2306.60.00.00 specifically for palm nut/kernel origins.
Coarse Palm Kernel Cake
Coarse palm kernel cake is the unground press cake from screw-press extraction of palm kernels, used directly in beef cattle feedlots for roughage value. Its fibrous texture aids rumen function. This raw residue form fits HTS 2306.60.00.00 for palm kernel-derived oilcakes.