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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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
Related Products under HTS 1003.10.00.00
Six-Row Winter Barley Seed
High-yield six-row winter barley seeds designed for fall planting in temperate regions to produce brewing or food-grade barley. Falls under HTS 1003.10.00.00 specifically for barley seed intended for propagation.
Organic Two-Row Barley Seed
Certified organic two-row barley seed grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, ideal for organic farming operations. Classified as barley seed under HTS 1003.10.00.00 per chapter notes on certified organic standards.
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.
Feed Barley Seed 'AC Metcalfe'
AC Metcalfe barley seed optimized for high-yield feed production in livestock operations. Directly classified under HTS 1003.10.00.00 as barley seed for agricultural planting.
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.