Pure Kentucky Bluegrass Seed (Poa pratensis L.)
Certified pure seeds of Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis L.), a cool-season perennial grass used for sowing high-quality lawns and turf. These seeds fall under HTS 1209.24.00.00 as seeds of forage plants specifically identified as Kentucky bluegrass for sowing purposes. They are not defatted or processed beyond cleaning for viability.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with orchard grass or other non-specific forage seeds
Seed mixtures of forage plants fall under the 'other' subheading rather than pure Kentucky bluegrass.
If processed into pelleted or coated form for retail sale
Treated or coated seeds of forage plants are classified separately from untreated sowing seeds.
If not viable for sowing and used as herbal material
Non-sowing grass seeds or parts shift to plants used in pharmacy, perfumery, or similar preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to verify seed purity and freedom from pests; declare exact varietal name as Poa pratensis L. on entry documents; avoid misclassification by confirming seeds are untreated and viable for sowing
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Certified Kentucky Bluegrass Lawn Seed
High-germination Kentucky bluegrass seeds certified for lawn establishment, ideal for golf courses and home lawns. Classified under HTS 1209.24.00.00 due to their specific identification as Poa pratensis L. seeds of forage plants used for sowing. Purity levels typically exceed 90% as per agricultural standards.
Turf-Grade Kentucky Bluegrass Seed
Premium turf-grade seeds of Poa pratensis L. for sports fields and commercial turf, selected for fine texture and wear resistance. This HTS 1209.24.00.00 classification applies to untreated seeds of this exact forage grass species intended for sowing. Not applicable to processed flours or meals.
Poa pratensis Elite Cultivar Seed
Elite cultivar varieties of Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis L.) seeds bred for disease resistance and rapid establishment. Falls squarely under HTS 1209.24.00.00 as seeds of forage plants for sowing, excluding legumes or cereals. These are raw seeds, not refatted meals.
Midwest Kentucky Bluegrass Forage Seed
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.
Baron Kentucky Bluegrass Seed
'Baron' variety Kentucky bluegrass seeds known for dark green color and drought tolerance in turf applications. Specifically classified in HTS 1209.24.00.00 for Poa pratensis L. forage seeds used for sowing, per chapter notes excluding processed residues.
Suppress Kentucky Bluegrass Seed
'Suppress' cultivar seeds of Kentucky bluegrass for suppressed growth in low-mow turf areas like golf fairways. HTS 1209.24.00.00 applies as pure seeds of this forage grass species for sowing, not as medicaments or fertilizers.