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Feed Barley Seed 'AC Metcalfe'

AC Metcalfe barley seed optimized for high-yield feed production in livestock operations. Directly classified under HTS 1003.10.00.00 as barley seed for agricultural planting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1003.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for retail sale as unmilled feed grain

End-use as animal feed rather than propagation moves to other barley categories.

1209.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as part of a multi-species cover crop seed mix

Mixtures of grass seeds classify under Chapter 12 for other seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Secure APHIS PPQ Form 587 for small lots or research quantities under seed permit

• Label packages with net weight, origin, and 'For Feed Crop Production Only'

• Monitor for ergot sclerotia contamination, a common rejection trigger

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