Orchard Grass Hay
Baled hay from orchard grass (cocksfoot), a cool-season perennial forage crop valued for its palatability and yield in haylage mixes. This falls under HTS 1214.90.0025 as 'other hay' among similar forage products, suitable for beef cattle and sheep. It's often second-cut for superior quality.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically identified as 'clover hay'
Pure clover hay has its own subheading, separating it from mixed or other grass hays.
If processed into pellets resembling acorns or beech nuts
Certain pelleted forms mimic Chapter 23 by-products like maize bran if not purely forage.
If containing medicinal herbs like alfalfa mixed with sage
Presence of Chapter 12 medicinal plants shifts classification away from pure forage hay.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include field history documentation proving no GMO cultivation if targeting organic markets
• Bundle with a commercial invoice specifying bale weight, dimensions, and RF moisture reading
• Avoid common pitfall of undeclared seed content, which triggers agricultural quarantine review
Related Products under HTS 1214.90.00.25
Alfalfa Hay Pellets
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.
Timothy Grass Hay
Dried timothy grass hay harvested at the soft dough stage, baled for equine and ruminant feed due to its high fiber and low protein content. Classified under HTS 1214.90.0025 as 'other hay' in the forage products category, excluding specific named types like alfalfa. It's prized for preventing digestive issues in horses.
Bermuda Grass Hay
Coastal Bermuda grass hay, small square baled for high-energy ruminant diets, common in southern U.S. production. HTS 1214.90.0025 covers it as 'other hay' in forage products, prized for drought tolerance and coastal plain growth. Provides digestible fiber for dairy operations.
Clover Hay
Dried red clover hay in large round bales, rich in protein for sheep and goat rations if not under specific subheadings. HTS 1214.90.0025 includes it as 'other hay' if not pure clover under 1214.90.0060. Often mixed slightly for better curing.
Ryegrass Hay
Annual ryegrass hay, small baled for winter grazing supplement, high in energy for beef cattle. Falls under HTS 1214.90.0025 as unspecified 'other hay' forage. Grown widely for quick hay production.
Fescue Hay
Tall fescue hay bales, endophyte-free for horse feed, durable cool-season grass. HTS 1214.90.0025 as 'other hay' in forage category. Versatile for haylage too.