HTS US: 2309.XX.XXXX
Description
Heading 2309 covers preparations of a kind used in animal feeding. This includes a broad range of feed products specially formulated to meet the dietary needs of various animals, such as pets (dogs and cats), poultry, cattle, swine, and other livestock. These preparations are manufactured to provide essential nutrients, vitamins, and supplements to support animal health and productivity.
The heading is divided mainly into two categories:
- Dog or cat food, put up for retail sale: Ready-to-sell packaged pet foods, including those in airtight containers.
- Other preparations: Various mixed feeds, feed ingredients, milk replacers, and vitamin-based supplements intended for different types of animals.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 23: Residues and Waste from the Food Industries; Prepared Animal Feeding Stuffs
- Heading 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2309.XX.XXXX– Specifies exact types of animal feeding preparations.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit heading 2309 is subdivided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes detailing the type of preparation and intended animal use.
| HTS Code | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2309.10.00 | Dog or cat food, put up for retail sale | Includes pet foods specifically packaged for retail consumers. |
| 2309.10.00.10 | In airtight containers | Pet foods sealed to preserve freshness and quality. |
| 2309.10.00.90 | Other | Other retail pet foods not in airtight containers. |
| 2309.90 | Other preparations used in animal feeding | Various mixed and specialized feeds. |
| 2309.90.10 | Mixed feeds or mixed feed ingredients | Feed blends formulated for various animals. |
| 2309.90.10.05 | Bird seed | Feed mixes specifically for birds. |
| 2309.90.10.15 | Other pet food, put up for retail sale | Pet foods other than dog or cat, packaged for sale. |
| 2309.90.10.20 | Poultry feeds, prepared | Feeds designed for poultry nutrition. |
| 2309.90.10.30 | Dairy cattle feed, prepared | Specialized feed supporting dairy cattle production. |
| 2309.90.10.32 | Other cattle feed, prepared | Feeds for beef or other cattle types. |
| 2309.90.10.35 | Swine feed, prepared | Feeds formulated for pigs. |
| 2309.90.10.45 | Other livestock feed, prepared | Feeds for livestock other than cattle, swine, or poultry. |
| 2309.90.10.50 | Other | Miscellaneous prepared feeds. |
| 2309.90.22 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | Special provisions apply. |
| 2309.90.22.10 | Milk replacer | Substitutes for animal milk, often for young livestock. |
| 2309.90.22.90 | Other | Other preparations under this provision. |
| 2309.90.24 | Described in additional U.S. note 2 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | Additional tariff provisions apply. |
| 2309.90.24.10 | Milk replacer | Milk substitute covered under this note. |
| 2309.90.24.90 | Other | Other products under this note. |
| 2309.90.28 | Other | Various other animal feeding preparations. |
| 2309.90.28.10 | Milk replacer | Milk substitute products. |
| 2309.90.28.90 | Other | Other miscellaneous products. |
| 2309.90.42 | Described in general note 15 of the tariff schedule and entered pursuant to its provisions | Special tariff provisions. |
| 2309.90.42.10 | Milk replacer | Milk substitute. |
| 2309.90.42.90 | Other | Other products. |
| 2309.90.44 | Described in additional U.S. note 2 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions | Additional provisions. |
| 2309.90.44.10 | Milk replacer | Milk substitutes. |
| 2309.90.44.90 | Other | Other products. |
| 2309.90.48 | Other | Various other preparations. |
| 2309.90.48.10 | Milk replacer | Milk substitute. |
| 2309.90.48.90 | Other | Other miscellaneous products. |
| 2309.90.60.00 | Animal feeds containing egg | Feeds incorporating eggs as ingredient. |
| 2309.90.70.00 | Preparations, with a basis of vitamin B12, for supplementing animal feed | Vitamin B12-based supplements. |
| 2309.90.95.00 | Other | Miscellaneous preparations not covered elsewhere. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure accurate classification, note the following exclusions:
- Raw feed ingredients: Unprocessed grains and raw materials fall under other chapters.
- Medicated feed: Animal feeds with veterinary drugs may be classified differently depending on formulation.
- Unpackaged bulk feed: Bulk feeds not prepared or processed as described here.
Notes
- Regulatory Compliance: Animal feeding preparations imported into the United States must comply with USDA and FDA regulations to ensure safety and quality.
- Tariff Provisions: Several subheadings are subject to special tariff notes and U.S. additional notes, which may affect duty rates and entry requirements.
- Packaging: Packaging type (e.g., airtight containers) can influence classification within the dog or cat food category.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of prepared swine feed with vitamin B12 supplements.US HTS Code:
2309.90.70.00(Preparations, with a basis of vitamin B12, for supplementing animal feed)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Duty rates vary depending on provisions)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with USDA and FDA regulations; proper labeling and documentation.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2301: Flours, meals and pellets of meat or meat offal, unfit for human consumption, used as animal feed.
- HTS 2308: Vegetable materials and vegetable waste, used for animal feeding.
- HTS 2302: Bran, sharps and other residues of cereals after milling, used as animal feed.
- HTS 1602: Prepared or preserved meat, including pet foods not covered under 2309.
