Common Red Clover Inoculated Seeds (Trifolium pratense common) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
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