HTS US: 2304.00.00.XX
Description
This heading covers oilcake and other solid residues resulting from the extraction of soybean oil. These residues may be in various forms, such as ground material or pellets, and serve as important by-products in agricultural and industrial applications.
- Oilcake: Solid remains after soybean oil has been extracted, typically used as animal feed or for other industrial purposes.
- Solid Residues: Includes any non-oil content left after extraction, which may be processed further or utilized as raw materials.
- Form Variations: These products can be ground into powder or compressed into pellets to facilitate handling and usage.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 6-14)
- Chapter 23: Residues and Waste from the Food Industries; Prepared Animal Fodder
- Heading 2304: Oilcake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of soybean oil.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2304.00.00.XX– The last digits specify the classification based on organic certification or other distinctions.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 6-digit HS heading 2304.00 is further divided in the United States into 8-digit and 10-digit codes that identify specific types of soybean oilcake and residues.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2304.00.00 | Oilcake and other solid residues resulting from soybean oil extraction | Main classification encompassing all types before further distinction. |
2304.00.00.10 |
Certified organic | Oilcake and solid residues certified organic according to USDA or equivalent standards. |
2304.00.00.90 |
Other | All other soybean oilcake and solid residues not certified organic. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note the following exclusions:
- Other oilcakes or residues derived from non-soybean sources are classified under other headings in Chapter 23.
- Refined soybean oil itself is classified under Heading 1507.
- Raw soybeans are classified under Heading 1201.
Notes
- Organic Certification: Certified organic products under 2304.00.00.10 must meet USDA organic standards or recognized equivalent certifications.
- Uses: These residues are primarily used as high-protein animal feed but can also serve in biofuel production or other industrial applications.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary depending on the specific 10-digit subheading and country of origin; organic products may have different rates or trade preferences.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of certified organic soybean oilcake pellets.US HTS Code:
2304.00.00.10(Certified organic)Unit of Quantity: Metric Ton
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (May vary based on trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: Organic certification documentation and standard import declarations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 1201: Soybeans, whether or not broken.
- HTS 1507: Soybean oil and its fractions, whether or not refined.
- HTS 2302: Bran, sharps and other residues of cereals.
- HTS 2306: Oilcake and other solid residues from other vegetable fats and oils.
