HS Code for Bone powder

Bone powder is classified under HS code 0506.90 because it falls under the category of animal products specifically involving bones and horn-cores that have undergone minimal processing. This code includes bones that are unworked, defatted, or simply prepared, such as being ground into powder or treated with acid for degelatinization. The classification hinges on the fact that the material remains essentially bone in nature and has not been further manufactured into specific articles or chemical derivatives. Since bone powder is often a byproduct of the processing of animal carcasses, it is grouped with other bone waste and horn-cores that have not been cut to shape. The inclusion of \"powder\" in the heading description explicitly directs this product to 0506.90, provided it has not been mixed with other substances for use as a prepared fertilizer or animal feed, which would shift the classification to different chapters.

Products Included

• Ground bone powder
• Degelatinized bone powder
• Crushed bone waste
• Unworked bone meal
• Acid-treated bone fragments

Common Misclassification

Bone powder is frequently confused with HS code 3101.00, which covers animal or vegetable fertilizers. If the bone powder has been chemically treated or mixed with other fertilizing elements, it must be moved to Chapter 31. Additionally, it is sometimes misclassified under 0511.91, which is reserved for fish waste or similar marine products. It is vital to distinguish between simple bone powder (0506.90) and bone ash (2621.90), which is the residue from the incineration of bones.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Bone powder?

The primary HS code for unworked or simply prepared bone powder is 0506.90.

Does this code include bone meal for animal feed?

No, if the bone powder is specifically prepared as a nutritional supplement for animal feed, it may be classified under HS code 2309.90.