Two-Row Spring Barley Seed
Two-row spring barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) is a malting variety planted in spring for brewing purposes. It falls under HTS 1003.90.40.30 as unmilled barley, other than seed barley of heading 1002, specifically within the 'other' subcategories for unprocessed grain. This classification applies to barley not further processed beyond cleaning.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified for sowing/seed use
Seed barley intended for planting falls under heading 1002, regardless of variety.
If pearled or hulled
Any processing like pearling moves it from unmilled grain in Chapter 10 to Chapter 11 flours and meals.
If dried and suitable for human consumption as vegetables
Dried leguminous vegetables or similar processed barley for food use may shift to Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify phytosanitary certificates from origin to confirm freedom from pests like barley yellow dwarf virus
• Declare exact variety and moisture content (typically under 14%) on entry documents to avoid reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no milling has occurred, as that shifts to HTS Chapter 11
Related Products under HTS 1003.90.40.30
Six-Row Feed Barley Grain
Six-row feed barley is a hulled, unmilled grain used primarily for livestock feed due to its high protein content. Classified under HTS 1003.90.40.30 as 'other' barley not for sowing and not further processed. It remains in its natural kernel form post-harvest.
Organic Two-Row Malting Barley
Certified organic two-row malting barley is grown without synthetic pesticides for premium beer production. It is imported unmilled and falls under HTS 1003.90.40.30 as other barley per statistical notes for organic standards. No steeping or germination has occurred.
Hulless Barley Grain
Hulless barley (Hordeum vulgare nudum) has a thin pericarp that easily separates, used for food and feed. Unmilled kernels classify under HTS 1003.90.40.30 as other barley varieties. It is cleaned but not processed further.
Winter Malting Barley Kernels
Winter malting barley is planted in fall for high-yield brewing malt production. Imported as cleaned, unmilled kernels under HTS 1003.90.40.30 for other barley. Suitable for steeping but shipped raw.
Feed-Grade Six-Row Barley
Feed-grade six-row barley is lower-quality unmilled grain for ruminant diets. Falls under HTS 1003.90.40.30 as other unmilled barley not for sowing. High fiber content suits animal nutrition.
Certified Organic Hulless Barley
Certified organic hulless barley meets USDA standards for pesticide-free growth, used in health foods. Unmilled and classified under HTS 1003.90.40.30 per organic statistical notes. Kernel hull separates naturally.