Citrus Pulp Pellets from Mexico
Dried pellets made from citrus fruit peels, pulp, and residues after juice extraction, used as fiber-rich ruminant feed. Falls under HTS 2308.00.98 as vegetable waste and byproducts for animal feeding, not covered by specific citrus provisions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Require aflatoxin testing certificates; citrus pulp prone to mold contamination in transit
• Label clearly as 'animal feed only' to prevent FDA scrutiny as potential human food adulterant
• Bulk shipments need phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from fruit fly larvae