Organic Sun-Cured Alfalfa Cubes
Organic sun-cured alfalfa cubes are compressed forage cubes made from certified organic alfalfa (lucerne) that has been dried naturally in the sun. They are used as a convenient, high-fiber feed for horses and livestock, falling under tariff item 1214.10.00 as lucerne meal and pellets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 10% | — | 10% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cubes are not exclusively alfalfa but include other forage plants like timothy
This heading covers other forage products, including mixtures, not specifically named as lucerne.
If the cubes are mixed with additives, vitamins, or minerals for animal feed
Prepared animal feed supplements fall under Chapter 23, not raw forage products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the organic certification is recognized by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to avoid delays
• Declare the product as lucerne (alfalfa) cubes under 1214.10.00; if the cubes contain added binders over 3% by weight, they may be classified elsewhere
• Check if a phytosanitary certificate is required for plant products entering Canada
Related Products under Tariff item 1214.10.00
Alfalfa Cubes for Livestock Feed
Alfalfa cubes for livestock feed are sun-cured alfalfa compressed into small cubes, ideal for cattle and sheep as a convenient, nutrient-dense forage. They are classified under tariff item 1214.10.00 as lucerne (alfalfa) meal and pellets, covering sun-cured forms in cube shape.
Alfalfa Dehydrated Cubes 4lb Bag
Small, uniform cubes of dehydrated alfalfa packaged in 4lb bags for small animal owners. These cubes are a processed lucerne forage product, classified under tariff item 1214.10.00 as lucerne meal and pellets.
Alfalfa Pellets 1/4 Inch
Alfalfa (lucerne) pellets compressed into a 1/4-inch diameter form, suitable for small livestock such as rabbits and goats. These pellets are a processed forage product made entirely from dried alfalfa plants, falling under tariff item 1214.10.00 as lucerne meal and pellets.
Alfalfa Pellets for Horses
Compressed pellets made from dried alfalfa (lucerne) specifically formulated for equine nutrition. These pellets serve as a forage product for horses, providing fiber and nutrients in a convenient pelleted form, classified under tariff item 1214.10.00.
Dairy Cow Alfalfa Meal
Coarsely ground alfalfa meal optimized for lactating dairy cows, with high calcium content to support milk production. This product is a non-defatted lucerne meal used as a forage supplement, falling under tariff item 1214.10.00.
Deer Feed Sun-Cured Alfalfa Cubes
Deer feed sun-cured alfalfa cubes are sun-cured alfalfa cubes used as supplemental feed for wild deer in hunting properties. They are classified under tariff item 1214.10.00 as lucerne (alfalfa) meal and pellets, as a forage product for wildlife.