Pearl Millet Seed from Canada
Pearl millet seed (Pennisetum glaucum), also known as bajra, is categorized under HTS 1008.21.00.00 for millet seed. It is widely used in semi-arid regions for cultivation as a drought-resistant crop. The code applies because it is seed of the millet genus, unmilled and unprocessed.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify varietal purity through lab testing to meet USDA import standards
• Include invoices specifying seed quantity by weight and germination rate
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as birdseed, which could trigger different regulations