Organic Filter Cake from Antibiotic Fermentation from Mexico
Wet filter cake from biomass separation in antibiotic production, containing mycelium, unconverted sugars, and organic acids. Chemical industry waste under 3825.61.00.00 due to predominant organic composition.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Microbiological testing to rule out pathogenic contamination
• FDA import alert screening for antibiotic production wastes
• Moisture analysis to confirm organic solids content