Crimson Clover Seeds

Crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum) seeds for cover cropping and soil improvement, classified HTS 1209.22.40.95 as other Trifolium spp. seeds used for sowing. Popular for winter annual forage and green manure applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 17.5%

If marketed for medicinal/herbal use

Clover with therapeutic claims shifts to Chapter 12 plants used in pharmacy rather than sowing seeds.

2309.90.44Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If heat-treated for prepared animal feed

Sterilized clover seeds for feed preparation classify as dog/cat food preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for sclerotinia crown rot pathogens common in crimson clover imports from Europe

Use vacuum-packed moisture-proof bags to maintain >90% viability during long-distance shipping

Declare intended end-use as 'cover crop sowing' to distinguish from ornamental or feed uses

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