Alfalfa Pellets from Germany
Compressed pellets made from dehydrated alfalfa (lucerne) used primarily as high-protein livestock feed for horses and cattle. Classified under HTS 1214.90.00 as alfalfa, a forage product in pelleted form. This subheading covers similar forage products whether or not pelletized.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content and pellet integrity to avoid classification as residues under Chapter 23
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming forage use, not for human consumption
• Ensure packaging labels specify animal feed to prevent misclassification as Chapter 12 seeds