Vernier Alfalfa Seed from Japan

Vernier alfalfa seed is a high-quality variety of Medicago sativa seeds specifically bred for superior forage yield and disease resistance, intended exclusively for sowing in agricultural fields. It falls under HTS 1209.21.0040 as 'other' alfalfa (lucerne) seeds of a kind used for sowing, distinct from common varieties. These seeds are untreated and packaged for planting to produce livestock feed crops.

Duty Rate — Japan → 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

Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming the seeds are free from pests like Verticillium wilt and viable for sowing

Label packages clearly with varietal name, purity percentage (e.g

99%), and germination rate to meet USDA seed import standards

Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying treated seeds as untreated; dormant or coated seeds may shift to pesticide headings

Vernier Alfalfa Seed from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1209.21.00.40