Syngenta NK 1998-YHR Yellow Corn Seed

Syngenta NK 1998-YHR Bt hybrid yellow corn seed offering herbicide tolerance and insect resistance for optimal field performance. This seed is explicitly yellow corn for sowing, aligning with HTS 1005.10.00.10 specifications excluding sweet corn.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

1005.90.20Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If certified organic white maize seed

Organic status doesn't change heading, but color shifts to white corn seed subheading.

1209.25.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If primarily for forage or silage production rather than grain

Maize seeds for forage end-use may classify under other seeds of Chapter 12.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include biotech event approvals (e.g

MON 89034) for countries regulating GM seeds to expedite clearance

Label bags with 'For Seed Only - Not for Consumption' to prevent reclassification as edible grain

Monitor moisture content (<13%) as high moisture can trigger fumigation requirements