Red Clover Seeds (Trifolium pratense) from Germany
Red clover seeds from Trifolium pratense are sown for hay production, silage, and soil improvement in forage systems. HTS 1209.22.40 covers these as 'other' clover seeds for sowing, part of forage plant seeds in heading 1209.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'for sowing' with varietal name to comply with Federal Seed Act labeling requirements
• Check for Small Lots import permit if under 50 lbs, but larger shipments need full APHIS pre-clearance