Soybean Hull Pellets from Germany
Pelleted outer hulls separated during soybean processing, providing high-fiber, low-protein livestock feed. Classified in HTS 2308.00.98 as unspecified vegetable residues and byproducts for animal feeding.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Distinguish hulls from full soy meal via protein analysis (<12% confirms hulls)
• Heat-treated certificates required to kill potential salmonella from processing
• Avoid dust contamination in containers; use liners for fines-prone pellets