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Soybean Oilcake Meal from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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