Dehydrated Lucerne Alfalfa Pellets Bulk from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for bulk shipments to prevent quarantine holds
• Monitor erucic acid if blended with brassica forages, though pure alfalfa exempt
• Pre-clear with CBP via ACE entry summarizing dehydration method and nutrition profile