Buttermilk-Based Livestock Mix from Japan
Bulk mix for cattle and swine incorporating buttermilk solids for palatability and nutrition. HTS 2309.90.48 covers this as 'Other' milk-containing animal feed for mixed livestock use. Intended for farm bulk feeding.
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
• Obtain veterinary feed directive if medicated; pure feeds need feed mill registration
• Use bulk container bonds for large farm shipments to manage duty payments
• Avoid retail packaging to prevent shift to consumer subheadings