HTS 1109.00.10.00: US import duty from China
Wheat gluten, whether or not dried, To be used as animal feed. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 1.8% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 26.8% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $180.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,727.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 1109.00.10.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 1109.00.10.00 (Wheat gluten, whether or not dried, To be used as animal feed) have a duty of 26.8% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 1109.00.10.00 cover?
Wheat gluten, whether or not dried, To be used as animal feed. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 1109.00.10.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,727, about 27.3% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 1109
- 1109.00.90.10Wheat gluten, whether or not dried, Other, Certified organic
- 1109.00.90.20Wheat gluten, whether or not dried, Other, Other
All of Chapter 11: Products of the milling industry; malt; starches; inulin; wheat gluten →
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.