Dried Silver Queen Sweet Corn Seeds for Sowing

High-quality dried Silver Queen hybrid sweet corn seeds, harvested and dried for optimal germination when used for sowing in home or farm gardens. Classified under HTS 0712.90.85.50 as dried, whole sweet corn seeds specifically for sowing purposes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.3%+35.0%43.3%
🇲🇽Mexico8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇨🇦Canada8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇩🇪Germany8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇯🇵Japan8.3%+10.0%18.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

1209.91.80Lower: 35% vs 43.3%

If for hybrid varieties sold in large agricultural quantities

Commercial hybrid seeds often fall under Chapter 12 seeds of a kind used for sowing, distinct from dried vegetable seeds.

0713.10.40Lower: 35% vs 43.3%

If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur solutions for transport

Seeds treated solely for preservation during storage classify under heading 0713, unsuitable for immediate consumption.

1005.90Lower: 10% vs 43.3%

If marketed for popping or direct human consumption

Sweet corn kernels for food use, even dried, go to Chapter 10 maize provisions, not sowing seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include germination test results and purity certificates from accredited labs to substantiate sowing classification

Avoid bulk packaging that could imply food use; use retail sowing packets to maintain proper HTS heading

Check for country-specific restrictions on GMO sweet corn seeds under 0712.90.85.50