Chapter 23 covers residues and waste from the food industries; prepared animal fodder. This chapter includes by-products from grain processing, starch manufacturing, sugar refining, brewing, and other industries, as well as specially prepared animal feed. These goods are typically used for animal nutrition rather than human consumption. The headings within the chapter are divided by source and use, such as oilcake, distillers' grains, feed additives, etc. Heading 2309 covers prepared animal feed, including compound feed, premixed feed, feed additives, etc., used for feeding livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, pets, etc. These products are usually made by mixing multiple ingredients and are intended to provide comprehensive nutrition or specific functions. Subheading 2309.90 is for other animal feed not elsewhere specified or included, covering a wide range. The first 2 digits 23 represent Chapter 23: Residues and waste from the food industries; prepared animal fodder. The 3rd-4th digits 09 represent heading 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding. The 5th-6th digits 90 represent subheading 2309.90: Other animal feed. This subheading covers other animal feed not specified under 2309.10 (dog or cat food), such as feed for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc. This product is other animal feed, not dog or cat food (2309.10), nor is it an unprepared single feed material (such as oilseeds of Chapter 12). Because it is prepared and used for animal feeding, it is classified under 2309.90.
Chapter
Chapter 23 covers residues and waste from the food industries; prepared animal fodder. This chapter includes by-products from grain processing, starch manufacturing, sugar refining, brewing, and other industries, as well as specially prepared animal feed. These goods are typically used for animal nutrition rather than human consumption. The headings within the chapter are divided by source and use, such as oilcake, distillers' grains, feed additives, etc.
Heading
Heading 2309 covers prepared animal feed, including compound feed, premixed feed, feed additives, etc., used for feeding livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, pets, etc. These products are usually made by mixing multiple ingredients and are intended to provide comprehensive nutrition or specific functions. Subheading 2309.90 is for other animal feed not elsewhere specified or included, covering a wide range.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 23 represent Chapter 23: Residues and waste from the food industries; prepared animal fodder. The 3rd-4th digits 09 represent heading 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding. The 5th-6th digits 90 represent subheading 2309.90: Other animal feed. This subheading covers other animal feed not specified under 2309.10 (dog or cat food), such as feed for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc.
Classification Basis
This product is other animal feed, not dog or cat food (2309.10), nor is it an unprepared single feed material (such as oilseeds of Chapter 12). Because it is prepared and used for animal feeding, it is classified under 2309.90.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared product, such as 'compound feed', 'premixed feed', etc. It should accurately reflect the product's attributes. Ingredient Content: List the main ingredients and their percentages, such as protein, fat, fiber, ash, etc. Use: State the feeding target, such as 'for pigs', 'for aquatic animals', etc. Packaging Specification: Describe the packaging form and net weight, such as '25kg/bag'. Brand: Declare the brand of the product; if none, fill in 'None'. Manufacturer: Fill in the name of the manufacturing enterprise. Processing Method: Briefly describe the processing technique, such as 'mixing', 'pelletizing', etc. Product Name: Piglet compound feed; Ingredient Content: Crude protein 18%, crude fat 5%, crude fiber 4%, lysine 1.2%, moisture 12%; Use: For piglet feeding; Packaging Specification: 40kg/bag; Brand: CP; Manufacturer: CP Feed Co., Ltd.; Processing Method: Mixing and pelletizing. Misclassifying feed additives (such as vitamin premixes) under 2309.90, when they may actually be classified under 2309.90 or Chapters 29, 35, etc. Failing to distinguish dog or cat food (2309.10) from other animal feed, leading to classification errors. Ignoring the declaration of ingredient content, resulting in inability to confirm classification during customs valuation or inspection.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared product, such as 'compound feed', 'premixed feed', etc. It should accurately reflect the product's attributes.
⚠️ Using a general term like 'feed' without specifying the exact type.
Ingredient Content
List the main ingredients and their percentages, such as protein, fat, fiber, ash, etc.
⚠️ Only stating 'multivitamins' without specifying the exact content.
Use
State the feeding target, such as 'for pigs', 'for aquatic animals', etc.
⚠️ Filling in 'animal feed' without specifying the exact animal.
Packaging Specification
Describe the packaging form and net weight, such as '25kg/bag'.
⚠️ Omitting net weight or packaging unit.
Brand
Declare the brand of the product; if none, fill in 'None'.
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the manufacturer.
Manufacturer
Fill in the name of the manufacturing enterprise.
⚠️ Filling in the trader instead of the manufacturer.
Processing Method
Briefly describe the processing technique, such as 'mixing', 'pelletizing', etc.
⚠️ Not stating whether special treatments such as extrusion have been applied.
Misclassifying feed additives (such as vitamin premixes) under 2309.90, when they may actually be classified under 2309.90 or Chapters 29, 35, etc.
Failing to distinguish dog or cat food (2309.10) from other animal feed, leading to classification errors.
Ignoring the declaration of ingredient content, resulting in inability to confirm classification during customs valuation or inspection.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is whether the product is prepared, whether it is used for animal feed, and the feeding target. 2309.90 covers other animal feed, including for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc. It is important to distinguish from single feed materials (such as soybean meal, fishmeal), which are classified under Chapter 12 or other headings of Chapter 23. 2309.10 Dog or cat food: Feed specially for dogs or cats in retail packaging is classified under 2309.10; other animal feed is classified under 2309.90. 2304.00 Soybean meal: Soybean meal is the residue after extracting soybean oil, a single feed material, classified under 2304; prepared feed is classified under 2309. 2301.20 Fishmeal: Fishmeal is a residue from fish processing, classified under 2301; prepared aquatic feed is classified under 2309.90. 1214.90 Other forage plant products: Unprepared plant feed materials, such as grass meal, are classified under 1214; prepared feed is classified under 2309. 2936.27 Vitamin premix: If it is a single vitamin and not prepared into feed, it may be classified under Chapter 29; but premixes prepared as feed additives are classified under 2309.90. Is it prepared? Is it used for animal feed? Is the feeding target dogs or cats? Does it contain a single feed material? Is the packaging for retail sale?
Basis
The core basis for classification is whether the product is prepared, whether it is used for animal feed, and the feeding target. 2309.90 covers other animal feed, including for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc. It is important to distinguish from single feed materials (such as soybean meal, fishmeal), which are classified under Chapter 12 or other headings of Chapter 23.
Confused Codes：
2309.10 - Dog or cat food
Feed specially for dogs or cats in retail packaging is classified under 2309.10; other animal feed is classified under 2309.90.
2304.00 - Soybean meal
Soybean meal is the residue after extracting soybean oil, a single feed material, classified under 2304; prepared feed is classified under 2309.
2301.20 - Fishmeal
Fishmeal is a residue from fish processing, classified under 2301; prepared aquatic feed is classified under 2309.90.
1214.90 - Other forage plant products
Unprepared plant feed materials, such as grass meal, are classified under 1214; prepared feed is classified under 2309.
2936.27 - Vitamin premix
If it is a single vitamin and not prepared into feed, it may be classified under Chapter 29; but premixes prepared as feed additives are classified under 2309.90.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it prepared?
✓ Is it used for animal feed?
✓ Is the feeding target dogs or cats?
✓ Does it contain a single feed material?
✓ Is the packaging for retail sale?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the import tariff rate for 230990? You can check the most-favored-nation rate, interim rate, or agreement rate by entering HS code 230990 and the country of origin on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party inquiry platforms. Note that rates are subject to adjustment; refer to the latest published rates. What is the main difference between 230990 and 230910? 230910 specifically refers to dog or cat food, usually in retail packaging; 230990 covers other animal feed, such as for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc. If dog or cat food is in bulk (non-retail), it may also be classified under 230990. Should feed additives be classified under 230990? Not necessarily. If the additive is a single ingredient and not prepared into feed, it may be classified under Chapter 29 or Chapter 35. If it is a prepared premix used for animal feed, it is classified under 230990. Judgment should be based on composition and use. When declaring 230990, must the ingredient content be detailed? Yes. Ingredient content is an important basis for classification, especially involving indicators such as protein and fat. The main ingredients and percentages should be declared truthfully to avoid customs clearance delays due to inaccurate declaration. What is the export tax rebate rate for 230990? The export tax rebate rate should be inquired according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration, usually through the export tax rebate rate library or by consulting the tax authorities. It may be adjusted in different periods; it is recommended to refer to official publications. Can imports of 230990 from ASEAN enjoy the agreement rate? If the rules of origin under the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement are met and a certificate of origin is provided, the agreement rate can be applied. The specific rate needs to be checked in the agreement rate table, and ensure the goods meet conditions such as direct transport. Should pet snacks be classified under 230910 or 230990? If pet snacks are for dogs or cats and in retail packaging, they are usually classified under 230910. If they are for other animals, they are classified under 230990. Judgment should be based on the feeding target and packaging. What are the regulatory conditions for 230990? Import may involve animal and plant quarantine, feed additive import registration certificate, etc. Export may need to comply with the requirements of the importing country. Specific regulatory conditions should be checked in the customs regulatory conditions code table and consulted with relevant departments.
Q: How to inquire about the import tariff rate for 230990?
A: You can check the most-favored-nation rate, interim rate, or agreement rate by entering HS code 230990 and the country of origin on the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party inquiry platforms. Note that rates are subject to adjustment; refer to the latest published rates.
Q: What is the main difference between 230990 and 230910?
A: 230910 specifically refers to dog or cat food, usually in retail packaging; 230990 covers other animal feed, such as for livestock, poultry, aquatic animals, etc. If dog or cat food is in bulk (non-retail), it may also be classified under 230990.
Q: Should feed additives be classified under 230990?
A: Not necessarily. If the additive is a single ingredient and not prepared into feed, it may be classified under Chapter 29 or Chapter 35. If it is a prepared premix used for animal feed, it is classified under 230990. Judgment should be based on composition and use.
Q: When declaring 230990, must the ingredient content be detailed?
A: Yes. Ingredient content is an important basis for classification, especially involving indicators such as protein and fat. The main ingredients and percentages should be declared truthfully to avoid customs clearance delays due to inaccurate declaration.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 230990?
A: The export tax rebate rate should be inquired according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration, usually through the export tax rebate rate library or by consulting the tax authorities. It may be adjusted in different periods; it is recommended to refer to official publications.
Q: Can imports of 230990 from ASEAN enjoy the agreement rate?
A: If the rules of origin under the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement are met and a certificate of origin is provided, the agreement rate can be applied. The specific rate needs to be checked in the agreement rate table, and ensure the goods meet conditions such as direct transport.
Q: Should pet snacks be classified under 230910 or 230990?
A: If pet snacks are for dogs or cats and in retail packaging, they are usually classified under 230910. If they are for other animals, they are classified under 230990. Judgment should be based on the feeding target and packaging.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for 230990?
A: Import may involve animal and plant quarantine, feed additive import registration certificate, etc. Export may need to comply with the requirements of the importing country. Specific regulatory conditions should be checked in the customs regulatory conditions code table and consulted with relevant departments.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.