Premium Grain-Free Chicken Dry Dog Food from Japan
A complete dry kibble dog food made primarily from deboned chicken and peas, formulated for adult dogs with grain sensitivities. It falls under HTS 2309.10.00.90 as it is specifically prepared for dog feeding and packaged in retail-sized bags (e.g., 25 lbs) for direct consumer purchase in pet stores. Excludes any milk derivatives that might trigger quantitative restrictions.
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
• Verify AAFCO nutritional adequacy statements on labels to meet FDA import requirements for pet food
• Provide Certificate of Analysis for ingredients to prevent holds at customs due to contamination concerns
• Confirm retail packaging (under 25kg bags) to avoid reclassification to bulk non-retail subheadings