Organic Salmon Wet Cat Food Pate
A moisture-rich pate cat food featuring wild-caught salmon and organic vegetables, packed in 5.5 oz cans for retail sale. Classified under HTS 2309.10.00.90 as retail dog or cat food preparation, distinct from bulk or quota-controlled dairy products. Designed for feline nutrition with high protein content.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 25% milk derivatives by weight
High dairy content in cat food moves it to quota-restricted subheadings under US note limitations.
If marketed primarily as canned fish rather than complete feed
If positioned as human-grade fish product or incomplete feed, it classifies under prepared fish chapter.
If bulk canned product not for retail sale
Large institutional packs over retail size fall under other animal feeding preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Register your foreign facility with FDA prior to first shipment to avoid pet food import alerts
• Include lot traceability documentation to facilitate recalls if needed post-import
• Test for heavy metals in fish-based products, as CBP often requires proof of safety compliance
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