1214.90.00.18 - Timothy

This HTS classification, 1214.90.00.18, specifically covers Timothy hay. Timothy is a perennial grass widely recognized for its high quality as animal fodder, particularly for horses and cattle, due to its palatability and nutritional value. It is distinguished from other forage products by its characteristic dense seed heads and fine stems.

Within the broader category of "Other" forage products under 1214.90, this subheading differentiates Timothy hay from alfalfa (lucerne), which is classified separately under 1214.90.00.10, whether or not it is double compressed. While both are valuable forage, alfalfa has distinct botanical characteristics and nutritional profiles. This subheading ensures that pure Timothy hay, harvested and prepared as feed, is accurately categorized.

As a leaf node in the HTS structure, 1214.90.00.18 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on the precise identification of Timothy hay, excluding any mixtures with other forage types or processed forms not explicitly defined elsewhere. Importers and exporters should ensure the product solely consists of Timothy grass to correctly apply this classification.