Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal
Finely ground dehydrated alfalfa (lucerne) used as a high-protein forage supplement for livestock. Classified under HTS 1214.10.00 as alfalfa meal, a processed form of lucerne suitable for animal feed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 1.4% | +35.0% | 36.4% |
| π²π½Mexico | 1.4% | +10.0% | 11.4% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 1.4% | +10.0% | 11.4% |
| π©πͺGermany | 1.4% | +10.0% | 11.4% |
| π―π΅Japan | 1.4% | +10.0% | 11.4% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from clover or sainfoin instead of alfalfa
Other forage products like clover meal fall under the residual subheading for similar products.
If pelleted and mixed with other ingredients like molasses
Mixed animal feed preparations are classified in Chapter 23 as prepared feeds, not pure forage.
If defatted and refatted resembling soyabean meal
Partially defatted vegetable flours fall under heading 1208 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Verify moisture content and protein levels to confirm classification as alfalfa meal, not flour under heading 1208
β’ Obtain phytosanitary certificates to prove freedom from pests, required for agricultural imports
β’ Label clearly as animal feed to prevent confusion with human food products
Related Products under HTS 1214.10.00
Alfalfa Pellets for Horses
Compressed pellets made from dried alfalfa (lucerne) specifically formulated for equine nutrition. Falls under HTS 1214.10.00 as alfalfa pellets, a common forage product in pelleted form for livestock.
Organic Alfalfa Meal
Certified organic ground alfalfa (lucerne) meal for organic livestock diets. HTS 1214.10.00 covers alfalfa meal regardless of organic status, as a pure forage product.
Alfalfa Pellets 1/4 Inch
Small 1/4-inch diameter alfalfa (lucerne) pellets ideal for small livestock like rabbits and goats. Precisely classified under HTS 1214.10.00 for pelleted alfalfa forage.
High Protein Alfalfa Meal 20%
Premium alfalfa meal with 20% crude protein from select lucerne varieties for dairy cattle. HTS 1214.10.00 applies to all alfalfa meal forms as livestock forage.
Rabbit Alfalfa Pellets
Fine alfalfa (lucerne) pellets formulated for rabbit nutrition with balanced fiber. Classified HTS 1214.10.00 as pure alfalfa pellets for forage use.
Standalone Alfalfa Pellets Bulk
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