Sweet Corn Seed
Hybrid sweet corn seed for sowing, used for vegetable production. Despite chapter note excluding sweet corn from heading 10.05, the seed for planting is classified here as maize seed under tariff item 1005.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sweet corn is harvested and not seed
Sweet corn as a vegetable falls under Chapter 7, not heading 10.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the seed is intended for sowing, not consumption, to qualify for this classification
• Declare the seed as maize seed for planting
• Verify if any special permits are needed for sweet corn seed imports
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