Milk-Enhanced Puppy Growth Formula from China
A dry kibble formula for puppies containing milk derivatives like whey protein and dried skim milk to support early growth and digestion. Classified under HTS 2309.90.42.90 as an animal feed preparation with milk or milk derivatives, entered under general note 15 provisions for preferential tariff treatment. It meets the criteria for feeds used in animal nutrition beyond basic ingredients.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify entry eligibility under General Note 15 and origin certificates from qualifying countries like Ireland or New Zealand
• Track annual quantitative limits (7.4M kg total) to avoid over-quota duties
• Label products clearly with milk content and animal type for CBP compliance