Midwest Kentucky Bluegrass Forage Seed from China

Kentucky bluegrass seeds adapted for Midwest climates, used in pasture and hay mixes for livestock forage. HTS 1209.24.00.00 covers this Poa pratensis L. variety as a sowing seed of forage plants, distinct from vegetable or cereal seeds. Cleaned but untreated for direct planting.

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

Include field history and origin certificates for traceability; ensure seed lots are below 9% moisture to prevent mold; file with APHIS prior notice for bulk agricultural imports