Chewings Fescue Turf Seed from China
Chewings fescue (Festuca rubra subsp. commutata) seeds for fine turf in parks and sports fields, classified as fescue forage seeds for sowing under 1209.23.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Use OECD seed certification scheme docs for international recognition
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50 lbs without stabilization to prevent damage
• Classify coated/inoculated seeds carefully to retain 1209 status vs parts