Scarified Crimson Clover Seeds from China
Mechanically scarified crimson clover seeds with hard seed coat removed to improve germination rates when sown in prepared fields. Remains under HTS 1209.22.4030 as physical scarification doesn't constitute chemical treatment excluding from sowing seeds. Used primarily in pasture renovation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document scarification method (mechanical vs chemical) clearly on invoice
• Calibrate planting equipment for scarified seeds' higher germination
• Pitfall: improper storage causing viability loss before customs release