HS Code 1214
Animal Forage and Fodder Products
HS code 1214 is for nutrient-dense animal forage like alfalfa, clover, and Lucerne, used as high-quality feed for dairy cattle and horses globally.
4-digit Section IIFCL
HS Code 1214 — Animal Forage and Fodder Products
High-nutrient forage crops used specifically for animal nutrition, including alfalfa, clover, and fodder roots. These are often processed into pellets or cubes to increase shelf life and ease of transport.
What's included
- Alfalfa (Lucerne) pellets
- Clover hay
- Fodder beets
- Forage kale
- Sainfoin bales
What's excluded
- Unprepared cereal straw → use
1213(Cereal straw is lower in nutrients and classified separately from high-value forage crops.)
Common examples
- Sun-dried alfalfa hay bales
- Dehydrated Lucerne pellets
- Fodder beet roots
- Timothy hay for horses
Frequently asked questions
Is hay for pet rabbits under this code?
Yes, dried forage products like Timothy hay or alfalfa remain under this code regardless of whether they are for farm animals or pets.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 15%
- Documentation: Subject to strict quarantine inspections in most regions.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, Spain, Italy
- Top importers: China, Japan, Saudi Arabia
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Key takeaway
Specifically for nutrient-rich forage plants, distinguishing them from the low-nutrient straw found in 1213.
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