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Timothy Hay Bales from Germany

Compressed bales of dried timothy grass (Phleum pratense) harvested at the optimal stage for forage use. Classified under HTS 1214.90.0018 as timothy hay, a forage product not in pellet form, used primarily for animal feed.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Verify moisture content below 15% to prevent mold during transit; obtain phytosanitary certificates from origin country; declare bale dimensions for container loading compliance