Malting Barley Seed Variety 'Harrington'
Harrington variety barley seed selected for superior malting quality, used by brewers to grow consistent crops. HTS 1003.10.00.00 covers this as seed barley for sowing, separate from harvested malt barley.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If harvested and held for malting without sowing intent
Mature barley grain for processing shifts to feed or brewing barley subheadings.
If manioc or arrowroot substitute preparations including barley seed
Mixed or prepared vegetable products including seeds may classify under Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify varietal name on commercial invoice and ensure breeder's certificate if proprietary
• Test for Fusarium head blight resistance certification for U.S. growing regions
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50 lbs without proper ventilation to prevent mold
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Two-Row Spring Barley Seed
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Six-Row Winter Barley Seed
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Organic Two-Row Barley Seed
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Hulless Barley Seed
Hulless or naked barley seed varieties that shed hulls at harvest, used for food-grade or biofuel crops. HTS 1003.10.00.00 applies to all barley seed forms intended for sowing.
Certified Disease-Resistant Barley Seed
Barley seed certified resistant to stripe rust and net blotch, essential for sustainable farming. Classified under HTS 1003.10.00.00 as seed barley per official chapter provisions.