Sun-Cured Alfalfa Hay for Dairy Cattle from Japan
Sun-cured alfalfa hay bales optimized for dairy cattle nutrition, retaining natural vitamins through field drying. HTS 1214.90.0010 applies as uncompressed or single compressed alfalfa forage product. Commonly imported for high-yield milk production feeds.
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
• Include nutritional analysis and curing method in documentation; ensure compliance with FDA feed safety standards; common pitfall is moisture content exceeding 15% triggering quarantine