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HS Code 1214.10 : Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets is 1214.10. Under the 2026 Morocco (ADII), the representative MFN general duty rate is 2.5% [Administration des Douanes Morocco].

Chapter

Ch 12

Heading

1214

Subheading

1214.10

MA MFN Duty

2.5%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 12

Rutabagas (swedes), mangolds, fodder roots, hay, alfalfa (lucerne), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets

Heading 1214

1214

Rutabagas (swedes), mangolds, fodder roots, hay, alfalfa (lucerne), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets

Subheading .10

.10

Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Morocco (ADII)

1214.10

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

2.5%

Verified July 2026 · ADII Source

MODULE 5: MOROCCO IMPORT DUTY & TVA BREAKDOWN

ADII Base MFN Duty

2.5%

Customs Duty [ADII]

Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée (TVA)

20.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [TVA 20%]

De Minimis Threshold

Low-Value Limit

Customs Exemption

Notice: Moroccan customs clearance, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 20% TVA are governed by Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII). Always verify declarable lines with ADII prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets

MODULE 11: ADII Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Administration des Douanes Morocco for HS 1214.10.

Query official ADII portal:

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Morocco ADII Tariff Schedule (1214.10)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Morocco (ADII): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 2.5%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Administration des Douanes Morocco).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
1214.90	Subheading under Heading 1214	Compare Subheading 1214.90 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Administration des Douanes Morocco (ADII) ↗

Official Morocco ADII tariff schedule, 20% TVA, and US-Morocco FTA rules.

ADII Advance Ruling System ↗

Administration des Douanes official binding advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets is classified under HS 1214.10 (Heading 1214, Chapter 12). The representative MA MFN general duty rate is 2.5%.

How is HS 1214.10 distinguished within Heading 1214 (Rutabagas (swedes), mangolds, fodder roots, hay, alfalfa (lucerne), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets)?

Heading 1214 covers Rutabagas (swedes), mangolds, fodder roots, hay, alfalfa (lucerne), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets. Subheading 1214.10 specifically isolates Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 1214.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 1214.10?

Related subheadings under Heading 1214 include 1214.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 1214.10 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets?

Commercial shipments of Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 1214.10?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What FDA Prior Notice requirements apply to commercial imports under HS 1214.10?

Under the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (21 CFR 1.276), FDA Prior Notice must be submitted electronically via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 1214.10 in Morocco?

Commercial imports of Alfalfa (lucerne) meal and pellets under HS 1214.10 into Morocco are subject to 20% TVA, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Morocco?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Morocco is Low-value threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Morocco?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and ADII Advance Ruling System for HS 1214.10 are administered by Administration des Douanes et Impôts Indirects (ADII).

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