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Swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, lucerne (alfalfa), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets. > Other
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Products classified under Tariff item 1214.90
Alfalfa Clover Silage
Alfalfa clover silage is a fermented, high-moisture livestock feed made from a mix of alfalfa and clover. It falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a similar forage product, specifically a combination of lucerne (alfalfa) and clover, which are named in the heading. The fermentation preserves the nutritional value for animal consumption.
1214.90.00Alfalfa Pellets
Alfalfa pellets are compressed pellets made from dehydrated alfalfa (lucerne) plants, used as a high-protein feed for horses and cattle. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product in pelleted form, with alfalfa being a named product in the heading. The compression process does not alter their classification as a forage product.
1214.90.00Clover Hay Bales
Clover hay bales are dried clover plants baled for use as ruminant animal fodder, providing fiber and nutrients. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as clover, a named forage product in the heading, whether baled or loose. The product is not a flour or meal, so it is not excluded by chapter note 2.
1214.90.00Dehydrated Alfalfa Hay Bales
Dehydrated alfalfa hay bales are compressed bales of dehydrated alfalfa hay used as high-protein forage for livestock. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a named forage product in the heading, whether or not compressed. The dehydration process preserves nutrients for animal feed.
1214.90.00Double Compressed Alfalfa for Export Bales
Double compressed alfalfa for export bales are heavy-duty bales engineered for overseas shipping, with high density to minimize freight costs. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a named forage product in the heading, in compressed form. The double compression is a packaging method that does not affect classification.
1214.90.00Double Compressed Alfalfa Hay Blocks
Double compressed alfalfa hay blocks are high-density blocks of alfalfa hay designed for efficient storage and transport. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a named forage product in the heading, in compressed form. The block form is a compression method that does not change the product's classification.
1214.90.00Fodder Root Pellets
Fodder root pellets are dried and pelletized fodder roots, such as mangolds, used for winter cattle feed. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as fodder roots in pelleted form, a named product in the heading. The pelletization process is covered by the section note on pellets, as long as any binder does not exceed 3% by weight.
1214.90.00Forage Kale Pellets
Forage kale pellets are pelletized dried forage kale, a brassica bred for high-yield livestock feed. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as forage kale, a named similar forage product in the heading. The pelleted form is covered by the section note on pellets, provided any binder is within the 3% limit.
1214.90.00Horse Quality Alfalfa Hay Cubes
Horse quality alfalfa hay cubes are small cube-form compressed alfalfa hay, graded for horse consumption to reduce dust. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a named forage product in the heading, in compressed form. The cube form is a compression method that does not alter classification.
1214.90.00Lupine Forage Pellets
Lupine forage pellets are pellets made from sweet lupine plants, used as protein-rich feed for poultry and pigs. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as lupines, a named forage product in the heading, in pelleted form. The low-alkaloid content is a characteristic of the sweet lupine variety, which is suitable for animal feed.
1214.90.00Midwest USA Alfalfa Hay Bale
Midwest USA alfalfa hay bales are standard sun-dried, single compressed alfalfa hay bales for general livestock forage. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a named forage product in the heading, whether or not compressed. The product is a reliable protein source for beef cattle operations.
1214.90.00Mixed Forage Hay Pellets
Mixed forage hay pellets are pellets blending alfalfa, clover, and vetch for balanced ruminant nutrition. They fall under tariff item 1214.90.00 as similar forage products in pelleted form, as the individual components are named in the heading. The mixture is a single product for animal feed.
1214.90.00Rutabaga Forage Chop
Rutabaga forage chop is chopped dried rutabagas (swedes) prepared for silage or direct feeding to livestock. It falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as swedes, a named forage product in the heading. The chopping process does not change its classification as a forage product.
1214.90.00Sainfoin Hay
Sainfoin hay is dried sainfoin legume hay used for sheep and goat forage due to its bloat-preventing properties. It falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as sainfoin, a named forage product in the heading, whether baled or loose. The product is a natural forage for livestock.
1214.90.00Vetch Hay
Vetch hay is baled dried vetch (Vicia spp.) forage, providing nitrogen-fixing benefits for grazing animals. It falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as vetches, a named forage product in the heading. The product is a leguminous forage used for animal feed.