Canadian Feed Barley
Six-row barley from Canadian prairies imported in bulk for dairy and beef feed rations. This unmilled barley is not for sowing or malting, making it 'Other' barley under the tariff. It is a high-yield variety suited for energy-dense feed, falling under the within access commitment item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the barley is intended for malting
Malting barley has a separate tariff item and access commitment.
If imports exceed the access commitment
Over-access commitment applies without a quota allocation.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the barley is not for sowing or malting to avoid misclassification
• Keep records of the intended use for feed to support the tariff classification
• Without a quota allocation, the over-access commitment rate applies, which is much higher than the within-access rate
Related Products under Tariff item 1003.90.91
Barley for Distilling
Ungerminated barley grain selected for scotch whisky production, valued for its enzymatic properties during malting. This barley is imported unmilled and not for sowing, falling under the 'Other' category of barley. It is not designated for malting purposes under tariff item 1003.90.11, as it is intended for general use in distilling processes.
Certified Organic Barley Grits
Barley grits are coarsely ground certified organic barley, minimally processed to retain much of the grain's structure for use in porridges and cereals. This product is not for sowing or malting, falling under 'Other' barley. The grinding does not exclude it from heading 10.03, as it is not further worked.
Certified Organic Coarse Barley Meal
Coarse barley meal from lightly cracked organic grains, used in rustic breads and porridges retaining full bran benefit. This product is minimally processed and not for sowing or malting, so it falls under 'Other' barley. The granulation size keeps it within heading 10.03.
Certified Organic Flaked Barley
Flaked barley is steamed and rolled organic barley flakes used in brewing, classified as 'Other' barley under the tariff. Minimal processing preserves the grain structure, and it is not for sowing or malting. The product remains within heading 10.03 as a grain product.
Certified Organic Hulled Barley
Hulled barley has the inedible outer hull removed but retains the bran layer, classified as 'Other' barley under the tariff. It is barley grain in other forms, valued for its high fiber content in whole grain products. This product is not for sowing or malting.
Certified Organic Hulled Two-Row Malting Barley
Certified organic hulled two-row malting barley, selected for malting and brewing. The grains remain intact and unprocessed beyond cleaning, so they qualify as 'other barley' under heading 10.03. This product is imported within the access commitment for barley, making it eligible for the lower duty rate.