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Organic Alfalfa Meal from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide organic certification from accredited body like USDA NOP for preferential treatment

Ensure residue-free status via lab tests for pesticides to avoid APHIS rejection

Avoid bulk shipments without liners to prevent contamination during transit