Yellow Hybrid Corn Seed from Mexico
Yellow hybrid corn seeds are genetically selected maize varieties for high-yield field corn production, used in feed and biofuel sectors. HTS 1005.10.00.90 applies to these as 'Other' seed corn, separate from sweet corn (Chapter 7) and sowing-specific seed. Represents common commercial farm inputs.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Submit PPQ Form 587 for small lots or PPQ 526 for commercial imports to satisfy APHIS entry protocols
• Declare precise varietal names to avoid reclassification during CBP examination
• Monitor for smut and fungal pathogens via pre-shipment inspections to prevent quarantine holds