Alfalfa Hay Pellets from China
Compressed pellets made from dried alfalfa hay, used primarily as high-protein forage for livestock such as horses and dairy cattle. This product falls under HTS 1214.90.0025 as alfalfa (lucerne) in pelleted form, classified as 'other hay' within forage products. It provides a convenient, nutrient-dense feed option that retains the forage qualities of baled hay.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content below 15% to meet phytosanitary standards and avoid mold-related rejections at entry
• Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming freedom from pests like alfalfa weevil
• Label bales or bags clearly with forage type, origin, and nutritional analysis to comply with agricultural import documentation