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Dogwood Tree Seeds

Dogwood tree seeds (drupes) from Cornus florida, cleaned and prepared for sowing to propagate flowering dogwood trees. As seeds of trees used for sowing, they are classified under tariff item 1209.99.10, provided they are in bulk or packages exceeding 500 g.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.99.20Higher: 5.5% vs Free

If seeds are packaged in quantities of 500 g or less

The sibling item covers small retail packages of seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the seeds are not treated with pesticides that require special import permits

• Declare the seeds as 'tree seeds for sowing' to align with the tariff item

• Verify if the CFIA requires a phytosanitary certificate for Cornus species

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