Sweet Pea Flower Seeds
Sweet pea flower seeds (Lathyrus odoratus) are sowing seeds for climbing herbaceous vines with fragrant ruffled flowers in pastel shades. They are classified under tariff item 1209.30.20 because they are seeds of herbaceous plants cultivated principally for their flowers, and are imported in bulk or packages of 25 g or more. Note that sweet peas are not classified as leguminous vegetables for tariff purposes.
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 seeds are sold in packages weighing less than 25 g
This covers the same flower seeds in smaller retail packaging, with a different duty rate.
If the sweet pea seeds are part of a mixed seed product with other climbing plants
Mixed seed products not specifically classified as a single flower species may fall under this residual heading.
If the seeds are of a variety used for human consumption as pulses
Although sweet peas are not typically consumed, if imported as edible legume seeds, they could be classified under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Sweet pea seeds are not classified as vegetables, so ensure they are declared as flower seeds to avoid misclassification
• Verify that the seeds are free from weevil infestation, which CBSA inspects for
• If the seeds are for ornamental use, include this in the product description to support the classification
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