Sun-Cured Alfalfa Cubes for Horses from Japan
Compressed cubes made from sun-cured alfalfa (lucerne) hay, used as a high-fiber forage supplement for horses. Classified under HTS 1214.10.00.30 as sun-cured alfalfa cubes, a form of forage product specifically prepared in cube shape for animal feed. The sun-curing process preserves nutrients without artificial drying.
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
• Verify sun-curing process documentation to distinguish from dehydrated pellets under 1214.10.00.20
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm no contaminants, as required for forage imports
• Label clearly as 'animal feed' to prevent reclassification as human food under Chapter 21