Lemon Pulp Pellets for Livestock Feed from Japan
Uniform pellets produced from lemon processing waste, including peel and pulp, dried and formed for animal nutrition. Falls under HTS 2308.00.98.20 as citrus pulp pellets, valued for high fiber content in dairy cow rations.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'citrus pulp pellets' with origin country to comply with US agricultural import regulations
• Test for essential oil residues; high levels may trigger APHIS inspection or reclassification