Cipollini Onion Seeds
Cipollini onion seeds are flat Italian onion seeds used for sowing to produce small, sweet bulbs. These seeds fall under tariff item 1209.91.10 as seeds of forage plants, specifically onion seeds of a kind used for sowing, and are not for direct consumption.
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 seeds are packaged in small retail quantities below the specified thresholds
Other forage plant seeds not meeting the specific conditions of 1209.91.10 fall under the residual code.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the seeds as 'onion seeds for sowing' to ensure correct classification
• Verify that the packaging meets the weight or value thresholds for this tariff item
• Have a phytosanitary certificate ready if required by CBSA
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