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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 1214.90.00
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.
Alfalfa Hay Pellets
Compressed pellets made from dried alfalfa hay, used primarily as high-protein forage for livestock such as horses and dairy cattle. As a pelleted forage product, it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00, which covers forage products whether or not in the form of pellets.
Alfalfa 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.
Barley Hay
Forage barley hay, harvested at the vegetative stage for fiber feed. As a type of hay, it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00, which covers hay and similar forage products not elsewhere specified.
Bermuda Grass Hay
Coastal Bermuda grass hay, presented as small square bales for high-energy ruminant diets. This forage product is dried and baled for animal feed, falling under the tariff item for other forage products not elsewhere specified.
Canadian Timothy Hay Export Bale
Standard export bales of timothy hay from Canadian prairies, known for superior quality and used as forage for livestock. As a type of hay, it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00, which covers hay and similar forage products whether or not in pellet form.
Clover Hay
Dried red clover hay in large round bales, rich in protein for sheep and goat rations. This forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as it is not pure clover under a more specific subheading.
Clover 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.
Dehydrated 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.
Dehydrated Timothy Hay
Artificially dried timothy grass retaining green color and nutrients, baled for export. The artificial drying process does not change its classification as hay, so it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Double 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.
Double 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.
Fescue Hay
Tall fescue hay bales, endophyte-free for horse feed, a durable cool-season grass. This forage product is dried and baled, classified under the tariff item for other forage products not specified elsewhere.
Fodder 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.
Forage Kale Hay
Dried forage kale brassica hay for winter feed, a high-yield green chop. This forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as it is a similar forage product not elsewhere specified.
Forage 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.
Horse 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.
Late Season Timothy Hay
Timothy hay from late cuts with higher stem and seed head content, suitable for mature livestock. Despite the later harvest, it remains classified as hay under tariff item 1214.90.00, which covers all forage products not elsewhere specified.
Long Stem Timothy Hay
Unchopped timothy hay with long fiber lengths to promote dental health in herbivores. The long-stem format is a key characteristic of hay, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Lupine 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.
Lupine Hay
Sweet lupine forage hay, low-alkaloid for safe feeding, a nitrogen-fixing legume. This dried forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as lupines are explicitly listed in the heading.
Midwest 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.
Mixed 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.
Mixed Grass Hay
Bales of mixed grass hay combining timothy, orchard grass, and brome, providing balanced nutrition for general livestock. This forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products not specified elsewhere.
Oat Hay
Oat grass hay cut pre-grain, soft textured for young stock, a nutritious green chop alternative. This dried forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as it is not a cereal grain but a forage product.
Orchard Grass Hay
Baled hay from orchard grass (cocksfoot), a cool-season perennial forage crop valued for its palatability and yield in haylage mixes. This forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products not specified elsewhere.
Organic Dehydrated Alfalfa Hay Pellets Alternative Bales
Organic dehydrated alfalfa hay in compressed bales, certified for organic livestock operations. The dehydration process preserves nutrients while the baling format qualifies it as a forage product under tariff item 1214.90.00, which covers hay and similar forage products whether or not in pellet form.
Organic Timothy Hay
Certified organic timothy grass hay grown without synthetic pesticides, dried and baled for livestock. The organic status does not affect classification, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Prairie Hay
Native prairie grass hay mix from Midwest tallgrasses, baled for wildlife feed, a sustainable forage option. This dried forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as it is a similar forage product not elsewhere specified.
Premium Timothy-Alfalfa Mix Hay
Premium bales of alfalfa blended with timothy grass hay, formulated for balanced horse rations. Since alfalfa is the primary component, the product falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product, specifically as a mixed hay not elsewhere specified.
Premium Timothy Hay for Horses
High-quality, dust-free timothy hay specifically harvested early for equine nutrition, baled for easy handling. The early harvest and dust-free quality do not change its classification, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Rutabaga 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.
Ryegrass Hay
Annual ryegrass hay, small baled for winter grazing supplement, high in energy for beef cattle. This forage product is classified under the tariff item for other forage products, as it is a similar forage product not specified elsewhere.
Sainfoin 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.
Second Cut Timothy Hay
Softer, more leafy timothy hay from the second harvest, ideal for smaller animals like rabbits and guinea pigs. The second cut does not affect classification, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Small Pet Timothy Hay Small Bales
Mini bales of timothy hay packaged for retail sale to rabbit and small mammal owners. The retail packaging does not change classification, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product.
Sun-Cured Alfalfa Hay for Dairy Cattle
Sun-cured alfalfa hay bales optimized for dairy cattle nutrition, with natural vitamins preserved through field drying. The sun-curing process and bale format classify it under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product, specifically as hay not elsewhere specified.
Timothy Hay Bales
Compressed bales of dried timothy grass (Phleum pratense) harvested at the optimal stage for forage use. The compression does not affect classification, and it falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product not in pellet form.
Timothy Orchard Grass Hay Mix
Bales combining timothy with orchard grass for balanced nutrition in horse feed. Since timothy is the primary component, the product falls under tariff item 1214.90.00 as a forage product, specifically as a mixed hay not elsewhere specified.
Vetch 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.