2306.30.00.00 - Of sunflower seeds

This HTS category, 2306.30.00.00, specifically covers the solid residues derived from the extraction of fats and oils from sunflower seeds. These residues, often referred to as sunflower oilcake or meal, are the byproducts left after the oil has been pressed or solvent-extracted from crushed sunflower seeds. They are typically presented in ground form or as pellets and are primarily utilized as a component in animal feed due to their residual protein and nutrient content.

This classification is distinct from its siblings, which are also solid residues from vegetable oil extraction but originate from different oilseed crops. For instance, 2306.10.00.00 pertains to residues from cotton seeds, 2306.20.00.00 for linseed, and 2306.50.00.00 for coconut or copra. The key differentiator for 2306.30.00.00 is the specific botanical origin of the seed – the sunflower.

As a leaf node within the HTS structure, 2306.30.00.00 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification hinges solely on the definitive identification of the material as a solid residue originating from sunflower seed oil extraction, intended for use in the food industries, particularly as animal feed. Any variations in the physical form, such as grinding or pelletizing, do not alter its classification within this specific heading.