Hemp Seed Expeller Meal from China
Hemp seed expeller meal results from high-pressure screw-press extraction of oil from hemp seeds, producing a flaky, nutrient-dense meal for organic animal feeds. It retains natural flavors beneficial for monogastric animals. Falls under HTS 2306.90.01.30 as 'other' solid residues specifically of hemp seeds.
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
• Provide expeller process certification to differentiate from solvent-extracted products
• Ensure THC compliance via lab tests; levels must meet US feed safety thresholds
• Document purity to prevent mixing with other oilcakes triggering different subheadings