HS Code for Animal feed

HS code 230990, as specified for "Dog or cat food; (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding," covers prepared animal feed specifically formulated for canines and felines, provided it is imported or exported in bulk quantities rather than in individual retail packaging. This classification is part of a broader heading for preparations used in animal feeding, but the provided description narrows its scope to non-retail dog and cat food. These products are complete feeds or complementary feeds designed to meet the nutritional requirements of pets, typically supplied to pet food manufacturers, distributors, or large-scale animal care facilities. The "not put up for retail sale" criterion is key to distinguishing it from consumer-packaged pet food.

Products Included

• Bulk dry dog food
• Bulk wet cat food
• Unpackaged dog biscuits or treats intended for further processing or bulk distribution
• Concentrated pet food ingredients, if they constitute a complete or complementary feed preparation for dogs or cats, not in retail packaging.

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS 230910, which specifically covers "Dog or cat food, put up for retail sale." The critical distinction is the packaging: 230990 applies to bulk, non-retail quantities, whereas 230910 is for products packaged for direct consumer purchase. Additionally, other animal feeds not specifically for dogs or cats, such as feed for livestock or poultry, also fall under the broader HS 230990 (as "other preparations of a kind used in animal feeding"), but the specific description provided for this entry focuses solely on dog and cat food. Therefore, care must be taken to ensure the product's intended animal and packaging status align with the specific definition.

FAQ

What is the HS code for bulk animal feed for dogs or cats?

The HS code for dog or cat food not put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding, is 230990.

How does HS 230990 differ from 230910?

HS 230990 covers dog or cat food not put up for retail sale (i.e., in bulk), while HS 230910 specifically covers dog or cat food that is put up for retail sale (i.e., consumer-packaged).