Bird Millet Seed Mix from Canada
A blend of proso and foxtail millet seeds marketed as bird millet seed falls under HTS 1008.21.00.00 when imported as seed stock. Primarily used for aviculture or wild bird feeding but classified by botanical type. It qualifies as millet seed per the heading for buckwheat, millet, and canary seeds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Specify if for bird feed vs planting to guide CBP classification
• Use heat-treated seed to bypass some quarantine rules
• Common issue: Mixtures with canary seed may require separate HTS breakout