White Clover Hay Pellets from Japan
Pelleted white clover (Trifolium repens) hay designed for easy storage and feeding to livestock like horses and cattle. Classified under HTS 1214.90.0030 as pelleted clover, a common forage product that provides high protein for ruminants. The pellets maintain the forage characteristics without entering prepared feed categories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide moisture content tests showing under 15% to distinguish from silage and confirm dry forage status
• Include supplier declarations specifying pure clover content to avoid reclassification as mixed hay
• Check for fumigation certificates if originating from regions with clover-specific pests like weevils