Alfalfa Sowing Seeds from Canada
High-germination alfalfa seeds specifically cultivated and packaged for sowing in forage crop production. These seeds fall under HTS 1209.21.00 as they are seeds of alfalfa (lucerne), a forage plant, expressly classified as 'seeds of a kind used for sowing' per Chapter 12 notes. They are not excluded products like cereals or spices.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming seed purity and freedom from pests; label packages with germination rates and purity percentages as required by USDA; avoid misclassification by verifying seeds are untreated and intended solely for sowing