Common Red Clover Inoculated Seeds (Trifolium pratense common) from Japan
Standard common red clover seeds pre-inoculated with rhizobia bacteria for enhanced nitrogen fixation when sown. HTS 1209.22.4049 covers these as other red clover forage seeds for sowing, with inoculation not affecting classification. Used in organic farming rotations.
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
• Declare inoculant as non-hazardous biological coating; avoid chemical treatment declarations that trigger pesticide reviews
• Test for varietal purity to prevent reclassification if admixture exceeds 1% other clovers
• Package in breathable bags to maintain viability during ocean freight, reducing germination loss claims