Two-Row Feed Barley
Two-row barley variety primarily imported for livestock feed, with lower protein content ideal for digestion. Falls under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley excluding seed, malt, or hull-less types. Bulk shipment form confirms grain classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Pelleting or mixing into prepared animal feed moves to Chapter 23.
If durum wheat-barley mix mistaken for wheat
Predominant wheat content would classify under Chapter 1001 wheat.
If certified and labeled specifically for sowing
Seed barley with germination certification falls under 1003.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare as feed-grade with protein specs under 12% to differentiate from malting barley
• Use ventilated containers for bulk shipments to prevent mold, with temperature monitoring logs
• Comply with FDA feed import alerts for mycotoxins; test via Aflatoxin Rapid Test kits
Related Products under HTS 1003.90.40
Pearl Barley
Pearl barley is barley grain that has been hulled, polished, and pearled to remove the bran layer, resulting in a smooth, oval-shaped kernel used primarily in soups and stews. It falls under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley that is not malt, seed for sowing, or hull-less varieties. This processing distinguishes it from unmilled barley but keeps it classified within the barley heading.
Hulled Barley
Hulled barley has the inedible outer hull removed but retains the bran layer, making it suitable for whole grain cooking and animal feed. Classified under HTS 1003.90.40 as other unmilled barley excluding seed or malt varieties. It remains in heading 1003 due to minimal processing that preserves the grain's natural state.
Barley for Distilling
Ungerminated barley grain selected for scotch whisky production, valued for its enzymatic properties during malting. It is imported under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley not intended for immediate malting or sowing. Meets chapter notes as unmalted barley destined for further processing.
Organic Hulled Barley
Certified organic hulled barley grown without synthetic pesticides, retaining bran for health foods and baking. Classified in HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley; organic status tracked via statistical note for USDA NOP certification. Processing limited to hull removal.
Pot Barley
Pot barley is coarsely milled barley with partial bran removal, coarser than pearl barley, used in hearty dishes. It qualifies for HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley due to limited milling not reaching flour stage. Retains significant hull characteristics.
Scotch Whisky Barley
Premium two-row spring barley grown in Scotland for single malt production, imported unmalted. Under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley; specific varietals like Concerto or Laureate. Excludes heading 1003.10 as not seed.