Corn Stover Chopped from Germany
Chopped corn stover (straw-like stalks and husks), unprepared, used for mulch or feed base. Classifies to HTS 1213.00.00.00 as cereal straw and husks from maize, mechanically chopped only.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Differentiate stover from silage; wet or fermented versions are Chapter 23
• Include field moisture readings to prove unprepared status
• Large volume imports need warehouse bonds for dust control regulations