Bulk Tall Fescue Forage Seed for Hay Production
Untreated bulk tall fescue seeds packaged in 50-lb bags for hay meadow establishment and maintenance. HTS 1209.23.0020 specifically identifies tall fescue as a forage plant seed for sowing purposes. Deep roots improve water retention for cut-and-carry systems.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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Chapter notes exclude vegetable/flower seeds from forage classification; pure HTS applies only to forage.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ventilated containers for ocean freight to prevent condensation damage to seed viability
• Obtain Small Lots of Seed permit for trial quantities under 100 lbs to expedite entry
• Document field history showing no GMO content if importing to organic-certified farms
Related Products under HTS 1209.23.00.20
Tall Fescue Grass Seed - Kentucky 31 Variety
Kentucky 31 tall fescue seed is a popular cool-season forage grass variety used for pasture establishment and hay production in temperate regions. It falls under HTS 1209.23.0020 as seeds of tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea), specifically classified as seeds of forage plants intended for sowing. This code covers uncoated, untreated seeds ready for agricultural planting.
Rebel Tall Fescue Seed for Livestock Pastures
Rebel tall fescue is an endophyte-free variety bred for superior forage quality and persistence in grazed pastures for cattle and horses. Classified under HTS 1209.23.0020 for tall fescue seeds used for sowing forage crops. These seeds are typically sold in bulk bags for farmers establishing or overseeding fields.
Titan Tall Fescue Forage Seed Blend Base
Titan tall fescue seeds serve as the primary component in multi-species forage mixes for improved pasture productivity and soil health. This HTS 1209.23.0020 covers pure tall fescue seeds of forage plants used for sowing, excluding mixed seed packets. High germination rates make it ideal for direct drilling into prepared fields.
Barenbrug RTF Rhizomatous Tall Fescue Seed
Barenbrug RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue) seeds produce grass with spreading rhizomes for better drought resistance in forage production systems. Falls precisely under HTS 1209.23.0020 as tall fescue forage seeds for sowing. Commonly used in sustainable grazing rotations.