L-Valine Feed Grade from Canada
L-Valine feed grade is a branched-chain essential amino acid supplementing deficient diets in poultry and swine production. HTS 2922.49.49 covers this pure amino acid with single carboxyl oxygen function. Typically 98.5% purity for agricultural applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare intended end-use as animal feed on CBP Form 3461 to facilitate FDA prior notice
• Anti-caking agents are allowed per chapter note (f); document as stabilizer to prevent reclassification
• Batch testing for heavy metals essential; common rejection cause in port inspections