Popcorn Parent Seed Stock from China
Parent line seeds used to produce hybrid popcorn corn varieties for propagation, not final retail popcorn kernels. HTS 1005.10.00.90 covers as other maize seed varieties, distinct from popped corn products. Used by seed companies for breeding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Secure seed grower declarations confirming parent line status for customs valuation
• Conduct dormancy testing to affirm seed quality beyond standard germination
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics grain shipments to prevent 1005.90 misrouting