1214.90.00.10 - Alfalfa, whether or not double compressed

This HTS category, 1214.90.00.10, specifically classifies alfalfa, also known as lucerne, regardless of whether it has been processed into a double compressed form. Alfalfa is a herbaceous legume plant widely cultivated as a forage crop. Its primary use is as high-quality feed for livestock, valued for its protein content and nutritional density. The "double compressed" aspect refers to a processing method that reduces the volume of the alfalfa, often for easier storage and transportation.

Within the broader heading of fodder products, this specific subheading distinguishes alfalfa from other forage crops. For instance, its sibling category, 1214.90.00.18, covers Timothy hay, which is a different grass species used for fodder. The general scope of the parent category 1214 encompasses a variety of root crops, hay, and forage legumes, highlighting that this particular subheading focuses exclusively on alfalfa and its processed forms.

As a leaf node, 1214.90.00.10 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this code hinges on the material being identified as alfalfa and potentially its state of compression. The emphasis is on the botanical identity of the product rather than its final use, though its inherent characteristics make it suitable for fodder.