1214.10.00.50/Sun-Cured Alfalfa Pellets for Horse Feed/Japan

Sun-Cured Alfalfa Pellets for Horse Feed from Japan

These are sun-cured alfalfa pellets produced from dehydrated lucerne plants, processed into small cylindrical shapes for easy handling and storage. Classified under HTS 1214.10.0050 as 'other' sun-cured alfalfa meal and pellets, distinct from artificially dehydrated forms, used primarily as high-protein forage for livestock like horses.

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

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Import Tips

• Verify sun-curing process documentation to distinguish from artificially dehydrated alfalfa under 1214.10.0040, as misclassification can lead to duty adjustments

• Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm freedom from pests and meet USDA forage import standards to avoid quarantine

• Label packages clearly with protein content and origin to comply with FDA feed labeling requirements and prevent customs delays