Feather Meal Nitrogen Fertilizer from China
Feather meal is hydrolyzed poultry feathers processed into high-nitrogen (12-15%) organic fertilizer. Classified HTS 3101.00.00.00 for chemically treated animal (poultry) products serving as plant nutrient. Popular for heavy-feeding crops like corn and tomatoes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include hydrolysis temperature logs (above 120°C) proving pathogen destruction for avian influenza compliance
• Label protein content accurately; CBP tests nitrogen claims against invoice specs
• Distinguish from meat/bone meal to avoid stricter Category 1 animal protein rules