Flaxseed Scourings Meal from Japan
Scourings from flaxseed cleaning machines, ground into meal form, rich in fiber for supplementing ruminant feeds. HTS 2308.00.93.00 covers these specific flaxseed byproducts, ground or not, for animal nutrition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain Certificate of Analysis showing omega-3 content and purity to support feed value claims during customs valuation
• Avoid bulk packaging over 2 tons without ventilation to prevent spoilage claims and duty disputes
• Register with FDA as animal feed importer if annual volume exceeds 10 tons for traceability requirements