Blue Corn Seed from Canada
Blue corn seeds, valued for their anthocyanin-rich kernels, planted for specialty food markets like tortillas and cereals. Under HTS 1005.10.00.90 as other colored maize seed, per hierarchy excluding sweet corn. Heritage variety gaining popularity.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document varietal purity to support premium pricing and classification defense
• Include soil association certificates if marketed as organic-eligible
• Test for mycotoxins common in colored corn to expedite FDA review