Clover Hay Bales
Dried clover grass harvested and baled for use as ruminant animal fodder, providing fiber and nutrients. Falls under HTS 1214.90.00 as clover, a similar forage product in bale form. Not defatted flours or meals per Chapter notes.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in pellet or granulated form
Straw and husks in pelleted form shift to heading 1213, separate from baled forage.
If bran or sharps derived from clover processing
By-products like bran from forage processing classify under heading 2302.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Inspect for mold or contaminants upon arrival to meet USDA import standards for animal feed
• Use phytosanitary certificates from origin to confirm weed-seed free status
• Avoid bulk shipments without proper ventilation to prevent spoilage
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Lupine Forage Pellets
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Fodder Root Pellets
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