Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal for Livestock Feed
Finely ground dehydrated alfalfa meal produced from lucerne plants, used primarily as a high-protein supplement in animal feed rations. Classified under HTS 1214.10.00.15 as dehydrated alfalfa meal, not in pellet form, fitting the 'other' subheading for forage products. It provides essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber for cattle, horses, and other herbivores.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into formulated animal feed with additives
Blended or pelleted feeds with alfalfa as an ingredient shift to Chapter 23 as animal feeding stuffs, not pure forage products.
If not dehydrated, such as sun-dried or low-moisture baled alfalfa
Non-dehydrated alfalfa forage falls under the residual 'other' subheading in 1214.90, based on processing state.
If in pellet form rather than loose meal
Pelleted dehydrated alfalfa is specifically classified under 1214.10.0045, separating it from non-pelleted meal varieties.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify dehydration process documentation to confirm it meets 'dehydrated' criteria under HTS 1214, distinguishing from fresh or silage forms
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates proving alfalfa is free from pests like alfalfa weevil, required for USDA APHIS clearance
• Label packages clearly with protein content, moisture levels (<10% typical for dehydrated), and forage origin to avoid reclassification as feed residues
Related Products under HTS 1214.10.00.15
Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets Coarse Grind
Coarse-ground dehydrated alfalfa formed into small pellets for easy mixing in horse and dairy cow rations, retaining natural nutrients through dehydration process. Falls under HTS 1214.10.00.15 as 'other' dehydrated alfalfa products in meal or pellet form per chapter hierarchy. Ideal for bulk feeding with high digestibility.
Organic Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal
Certified organic dehydrated meal from non-GMO lucerne alfalfa, ground for use in rabbit, goat, and poultry feeds as a natural fiber source. HTS 1214.10.00.15 covers this as 'other' dehydrated alfalfa meal/pellets, excluding fresh or spiced forms per chapter notes. Promotes gut health without synthetic additives.
High-Protein Dehydrated Alfalfa Feed Pellets
Dehydrated alfalfa pellets with elevated protein content (20%+), dehydrated at high temps to preserve leaf nutrients for lactating dairy herds. Under HTS 1214.10.00.15 as other dehydrated alfalfa meal/pellets, distinct from defatted flours per heading 1208 notes. Supports milk production efficiently.
Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal for Horse Supplements
Fine-milled dehydrated alfalfa meal tailored for equine supplements, providing calcium and digestible energy without excess sugars. Fits HTS 1214.10.00.15 for other dehydrated alfalfa products, as pure forage not mixed with Chapter 23 residues. Popular in performance horse diets.
Dehydrated Lucerne Alfalfa Pellets Bulk
Bulk-packed dehydrated pellets from European lucerne alfalfa varieties, used in sheep and goat intensive farming systems. HTS 1214.10.00.15 applies to these 'other' forms of dehydrated alfalfa meal/pellets, per hierarchy excluding fresh roots or cereals. Consistent quality for year-round feeding.