Ladino Clover Seeds

Ladino clover (Trifolium repens var. ladino), a large-leafed white clover variety, falls under HTS 1209.22.40.95 as other clover seeds for sowing. Widely used for high-yield pasture mixes and erosion control plantings.

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.

1209.22.20Same rate: 17.5%

If declared as standard white clover

Basic white clover seeds use 1209.22.20; only specific large-leaf varieties like Ladino go to 'other'.

1209.91.80Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If sold in multi-species pasture mixes

Mixed forage seed packets classify under generic 'other forage seeds' regardless of clover dominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Source AOSCA-certified seeds to verify varietal purity (minimum 99% Ladino content)

Conduct small plot trials post-import to confirm adaptation before large-scale sowing

Label with both common and scientific names to prevent CBP confusion with generic white clover

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