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.
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
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 pellets are made exclusively from lucerne (alfalfa)
Subheading 1214.10 specifically covers lucerne (alfalfa), which may be more specific than the 'other' tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the pellets are made solely from alfalfa and do not contain additives exceeding 3% by weight, as per the section note on pellets
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as livestock feed for customs purposes
Related Products 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.
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.