HTS US: 2305.00.00.00
Description
HTS Code 2305 encompasses oilcake and other solid residues that remain after the extraction of oil from peanuts (also known as ground-nuts). These residues may be in various forms, including ground powders or pellets. They are primarily used as animal feed or for other industrial applications due to their high protein content.
The products classified under this heading are by-products resulting specifically from the processing of peanuts to extract their oil and can be considered either as:
- Oilcake: The solid mass left after the mechanical pressing or solvent extraction of oil from peanuts.
- Other solid residues: This includes any remaining peanut solids that are not oil but are in solid form, regardless of whether they are ground or pelleted.
Code Hierarchy
- Section III: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes (Chapters 15-21)
- Chapter 23: Residues and waste from the food industries; prepared animal fodder
- Heading 2305: Oilcake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of peanut (ground-nut) oil.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2305.00.00.00– Specifies peanut oilcake and related residues.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The heading 2305 is generally not subdivided into specific 6-digit or further 10-digit subheadings within the U.S. HTS for peanut oilcake; however, the full 10-digit code 2305.00.00.00 explicitly covers all forms of peanut oilcake and residues.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2305.00.00.00 | Oilcake and other solid residues, whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of peanut (ground-nut) oil | Includes pressed peanut cake, ground peanut residues, and pelletized forms used primarily as animal feed. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Whole peanuts or shelled peanuts: These are classified under Chapter 8 (e.g., 0802).
- Peanut oil: The extracted oil itself falls under Chapter 15.
- Other oilcakes: Oilcakes from seeds other than peanuts are classified under different codes within Chapter 23.
- Processed peanut products for human consumption: Such as peanut butter or roasted peanuts, are classified elsewhere, e.g., Chapter 20 or Chapter 19.
Notes
- Usage: Peanut oilcake is widely used as an animal feed ingredient because it is rich in protein and fiber.
- Import/Export Considerations: Importers should verify that the peanut oilcake complies with phytosanitary and safety regulations depending on the destination country.
- Tariff Treatment: Duty rates for this code can vary and may be subject to trade agreements or quotas.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of ground peanut oilcake pellets for animal feed.US HTS Code:
2305.00.00.00Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (may vary by country of origin)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with USDA and FDA regulations on animal feed ingredients.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 0802: Other nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled (includes peanuts in shell or shelled for consumption).
- HTS 1508: Peanut oil and its fractions.
- HTS 2306: Oilcakes and other solid residues from the extraction of vegetable fats and oils, other than peanut.
- HTS 2008: Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved (e.g., peanut butter).
