Forage products including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, vetches etc., pelletised or otherwise
HS v2022 Code: 121490
About forage products including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, vetches etc., pelletised or otherwise
HS code 121490 covers a diverse range of forage products, including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, and vetches. These products play a crucial role in the agricultural industry, serving as essential feed for livestock and contributing to the broader food supply chain. The production and trade of these forage products are significant economic activities, with global demand driven by the need to sustain livestock populations and support the growing demand for animal-based products.
Production process
The production of forage products under HS code 121490 typically involves a combination of cultivation, harvesting, and processing techniques. Farmers and producers grow these crops using various agricultural methods, such as planting, fertilizing, and managing pests and diseases. Harvesting is often done mechanically, with specialized equipment used to cut, collect, and sometimes dry the forage. Depending on the specific product, further processing may involve activities like pelletizing, baling, or packaging to ensure the forage is preserved and easily transportable.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of forage products under HS code 121490 include agricultural land, seeds or seedlings, fertilizers, water, and machinery. Farmers and producers may also rely on labor, both skilled and unskilled, to carry out the various tasks involved in cultivation, harvesting, and processing. Additionally, the industry may require access to transportation infrastructure and storage facilities to move the products to domestic and international markets.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the forage products industry covered by HS code 121490 are the various types of forage, such as hay, silage, and pellets. These outputs are primarily consumed by the 010000 Animal Production industry, where they are used as feed for livestock, including cattle, sheep, goats, and horses. The forage products may also be used in the 020000 Crop and Animal Production, Hunting and Related Service Activities industry for other agricultural purposes, such as soil improvement or bedding material.
Revisions to 121490
Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 121490. The most recent 1 version of this code (121490) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 121490.
Family tree for forage products including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, vetches etc., pelletised or otherwise
graph LR A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/12'>12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder</a>"] A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1214'>1214: Swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, lucerne (alfalfa), clover, sainfoin, forage kale, lupines, vetches and similar forage products, whether or not in the form of pellets</a>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121490'>121490: Forage products including swedes, mangolds, fodder roots, hay, sainfoin, clover, forage kale, lupines, vetches etc., pelletised or otherwise</a>"] B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121410'>121410: Lucerne (alfalfa) meal and pellets</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level6 class D level6 class C highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class C highlight