Dried Citrus Pulp Pellets from Japan
Pellets made from dried peels, pulp, and rag of citrus fruits after juice extraction, providing pectin and fiber for dairy cattle feed. Classified in HTS 2308.00.98.90 as other vegetable residues used in animal feeding.
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
• Document juice extraction process to prove residue status; whole fruit remnants go to Chapter 08
• Check for essential oil residues which could trigger fumigation requirements or flavoring classification
• Use phytosanitary certificates confirming treatment for citrus pests like Mediterranean fruit fly