Mixed Red-White Clover Chopped Forage from Japan
Chopped mixture of red and white clover for total mixed rations in beef cattle operations. Falls under HTS 1214.90.0030 as it predominantly features clover as the forage base. Chopping aids digestion but keeps it classified as unprocessed forage product.
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
• Conduct compositional analysis showing clover >70% to justify specific clover subheading
• Avoid bale wrapping that mimics plastic-wrapped hay under different tariff treatments
• Declare exact harvest date to assess viability for pest quarantine periods