Apple Tree Seeds
Apple tree seeds (pips) extracted from Malus domestica fruit, prepared for sowing to propagate new apple trees in orchards. As seeds of fruit trees used for sowing, they are classified under tariff item 1209.99.10, which covers tree seeds other than nut trees of Chapter 8, in bulk or packages exceeding 500 g.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If seeds are packaged in quantities of 500 g or less
The sibling tariff item covers seeds in small packages, which is a different classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the seeds are declared as 'seeds of a kind used for sowing' and not as food products
• If the package weight is 500 g or less, the tariff item changes to 1209.99.20
• Verify phytosanitary requirements with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) before shipping
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