Astaxanthin Beadlets for Aquaculture Feed from China
Astaxanthin beadlets are microencapsulated synthetic carotenoid preparations that provide pink pigmentation to salmon and shrimp in aquaculture feeds. Classified under HTS 3204.18.00.00 as preparations based on carotenoid coloring matter per note 3. This ensures uniform color enhancement vital for market value in seafood.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Obtain AAFCO statements for animal feed use and stability testing data; declare exact carotenoid content to avoid undervaluation penalties; check for EU residue limits if re-exporting to Europe