Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 23080098: Vegetable Materials and Vegetable Waste Used in Animal Feeding

The HS Code 23080098 refers to vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues, and byproducts that are used in animal feeding. This code is used to classify and categorize these specific products for trade and customs purposes.

The product description for HS Code 23080098 includes any vegetable materials or waste that are used as feed for animals. This can include a variety of products such as leftover vegetable scraps, agricultural residues, and byproducts from food processing industries. These materials are typically used to supplement animal diets and provide additional nutrients.

One important aspect to note is that the bound or MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 23080098 is 1.4%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This helps to ensure fair and equal treatment for all countries involved in the trade of these products.

Unfortunately, the quantity unit for HS Code 23080098 is not available (NA). This means that the specific unit of measurement for this product is not specified or standardized. It could vary depending on the specific type of vegetable material or waste being traded.

However, there are special tariff preference programs in place for imports of products under HS Code 23080098. These programs offer certain countries preferential treatment or exemptions from import duties. Some of these programs include:

• A+ Program: Only imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate: Australia has a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain also has a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Canada - NAFTA: Imports from Canada under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment.
• Chile Special Rate: Chile offers a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Imports under this HS Code from eligible African countries receive duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Imports under this HS Code from eligible Caribbean countries receive duty-free treatment.
• Israel Special Rate: Israel has a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Imports from eligible Andean countries under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan offers a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Morocco Special Rate: Morocco has a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Mexico - NAFTA: Imports from Mexico under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman offers a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Imports from eligible DR-CAFTA countries under this HS Code receive duty-free treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru has a special rate for imports under this HS Code.
• Singapore Special Rate: Singapore offers a special rate for imports under this HS Code.

When it comes to importing and exporting products under HS Code 23080098, it is important to consider the regulations and requirements of both the importing and exporting US states. These regulations may vary depending on the specific state and can include licensing, labeling, and inspection requirements.

HS Code 23080098 is used to classify vegetable materials and vegetable waste that are used in animal feeding. This code helps to categorize these products for trade and customs purposes. It is important to be aware of the bound duty rate, special tariff preference programs, and any specific regulations related to importing and exporting these products.