Coriander Seeds for Sowing
Coriander seeds (Coriandrum sativum) prepared for agricultural sowing to produce coriander plants for leaf or seed harvest. These seeds are classified under tariff item 1209.99.20 as they are sowing seeds of a kind not specifically covered elsewhere and are packaged in quantities of 500 g or less.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coriander seeds are imported in bulk or packages over 500 g
This covers the same seeds but in larger package sizes.
If the seeds are crushed or ground for use as a spice
Coriander seeds for culinary use as a spice fall under Chapter 9, not as sowing seeds.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Keep package weights at or below 500 g to use this tariff item; larger packages are classified under 1209.99.10
• Have documentation showing the seeds are intended for sowing, not for consumption, to avoid misclassification
• Check with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for any seed treatment or certification requirements before shipping
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