Metcalfe Malting Barley
Metcalfe is a Canadian two-row malting barley known for superior yield and malt extract, used by major breweries worldwide. It qualifies for HTS 1003.90.20.00 due to its exclusive use in malting processes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If durum wheat for similar malting
Wheat types are in Chapter 1002, differentiated by species.
If frozen for preservation
Frozen barley enters Chapter 07 as temporarily preserved vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure malting contracts as supporting documentation for customs classification
• Test for mycotoxins like DON prior to export to meet FDA import alerts
• Use ventilated containers to control condensation during ocean freight
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Two-Row Malting Barley
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Six-Row Malting Barley
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Harrington Malting Barley
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