Soybean Oilcake Meal
Ground soybean oilcake resulting from solvent extraction of soybean oil, used primarily as a high-protein animal feed ingredient. It falls under HTS 2306.90.01 as a solid residue from vegetable oil extraction, excluding those from heading 2304 (soybean) or 2305 (groundnut). This product is typically pelletized or meal form for livestock nutrition.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived specifically from soybeans
Soybean extraction residues are classified under heading 2304, separating them from general vegetable residues in 2306.
If mixed with other ingredients like molasses for complete feed
Blended preparations with additives become 'other preparations' under 2309, not pure extraction residues.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify extraction process documentation to confirm it's not from soybean (2304) or groundnut (2305); ensure protein content labeling for FDA animal feed regs
• Watch for moisture content limits to avoid spoilage claims at entry
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Sunflower Seed Cake Pellets
Pelletized residues from sunflower seed oil extraction, rich in fiber and protein for ruminant feed. Classified in HTS 2306.90.01 as 'other' solid residues from vegetable fats extraction, distinct from soy or groundnut specifics. Commonly used in dairy cattle rations.
Cottonseed Oilcake
Solid meal from cottonseed oil solvent extraction, containing gossypol managed for safe animal use. HTS 2306.90.01 covers this as 'other' vegetable oil extraction residue, not soy/groundnut. Ideal for beef cattle supplements.
Palm Kernel Cake
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Canola Seed Oilcake Meal
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Flaxseed Cake Pellets
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Safflower Seed Oilcake
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