Dutch White Clover Seeds

Dutch white clover seeds (Trifolium repens) are compact varieties sown for turf lawns and low-growing pastures. HTS 1209.22.40 applies to these 'other' forage clover seeds used for sowing per chapter note definitions.

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.

1209.25.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If timothy grass seeds instead

Different forage plant species like timothy use 1209.25; genus-specific headings separate clovers.

0713.33Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If dried for human food use

Dried leguminous seeds for consumption classify under Chapter 7, excluding sowing per notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include invoice details on seed lot number and treatment history to facilitate CBP review

For bulk imports, use ventilated containers to prevent mold during ocean transit

Watch for erucic acid confusion—irrelevant here but ensures no mix-up with 1205.10 rape seeds