Whey-Fortified Horse Performance Pellets from Mexico
Pelleted equine feed with whey concentrate and buttermilk powder for muscle recovery and gut health in performance horses. HTS 2309.90.44.90 applies as a milk-containing animal feed preparation under quota controls per U.S. note 2. Provides balanced nutrition beyond basic hay/grain mixes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include veterinary formulation certificates proving animal feed use; dairy content must be declared
• Track prorated quota shares for countries like New Zealand (1.78M kg)
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as human supplement triggers reclassification