Sesame Seed Oilcake Meal from China
Finely ground sesame seed residues after oil removal, used in aquaculture and monogastric feeds. Classed in HTS 2306.90.01.50 as other microbial/vegetable fat residues. High methionine content boosts nutrition.
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
• Include amino acid profile in specs; undervaluation common due to niche status
• Comply with APHIS import permit if from quarantined regions
• Avoid overgrinding; excessive fines (<1mm) cause flow issues in mills