Crimson Clover Seeds (Dixie Variety) from Japan
Dixie crimson clover seeds (Trifolium incarnatum) are a popular forage crop variety used for sowing in pastures and cover crops to improve soil nitrogen levels. Classified under HTS 1209.22.4030 as crimson clover seeds of a kind used for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding products of other headings. These seeds are untreated and packaged for agricultural planting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Obtain seed purity and germination test certificates from accredited labs to comply with USDA APHIS import requirements
• Declare as 'seeds for sowing' to avoid reclassification under heading 1209 exclusions
• Watch for common pitfalls like contamination with other clover species leading to inspection delays