Sugar Beet Seeds - BetaSem Lupinella

Lupinella monogerm sugar beet seeds from BetaSem, selected for crown wart resistance and uniform emergence in sowing operations. Precisely classified in HTS 1209.10.00.00 for sugar beet seeds used for sowing, not applicable to Chapter 7 fresh beets. Supports sustainable sugar production agriculture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for mangelwurzel or fodder beet varieties

Fodder beets use 1209.91; only sugar-producing beets get specific 1209.10 subheading.

3808.59.50.00Lower: 15% vs 35%

If treated with herbicides/fungicides as final product

Pesticide-treated goods shift to Chapter 38; untreated sowing seeds remain in 1209.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure Small Lots of Seed permit from USDA APHIS for trial quantities under 12 units to expedite entry

Document non-GMO status if applicable, as biotech sugar beet seeds face extra scrutiny under biotech regs