Two-Row Spring Barley Seed

Certified seeds of two-row spring barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) used primarily for planting to produce malt or feed barley crops. Classified under HTS 1003.10.00.00 as barley seed, distinct from unmilled barley grain in Heading 1003 suitable for sowing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1003.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If intended for food or feed use rather than sowing

Barley not suitable for sowing falls under other barley subheadings in Heading 1003, excluding seed.

1209.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed or treated for specific agricultural sowing purposes beyond raw seed

Treated or coated seeds may shift to Chapter 12 for seeds of forage plants or mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming the seed is free from pests and diseases

Verify seed purity and germination rates meet USDA standards to avoid quarantine or rejection at entry

Declare as 'seed for sowing' on entry documents; misdeclaration as grain could lead to reclassification and penalties