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1214.90.00.90/Alfalfa Pellets/Japan

Alfalfa Pellets from Japan

Compressed pellets made from dehydrated alfalfa (lucerne) used primarily as high-protein livestock feed for horses and cattle. Classified under HTS 1214.90.0090 as alfalfa in pellet form, a forage product intended for animal consumption. Meets chapter criteria for similar forage products in pelleted form.

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
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Import Tips

• Verify moisture content below 15% to avoid classification as fresh forage; provide certificates of analysis confirming protein levels for feed claims; ensure pellet integrity during shipping to prevent breakage and reclassification as meal

Alfalfa Pellets from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1214.90.00.90