Westerwold Annual Ryegrass Seeds

Westerwold ryegrass represents the true annual form of Lolium multiflorum, maturing in one season without vernalization. HTS 1209.25.00.20 covers these seeds for pure stand sowings in cover crops and game fields. They excel in quick establishment on disturbed soils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If other unspecified forage crop seeds

Non-specific forage seeds fall under 1209.99 basket provisions.

8432.80.00Same rate: 35%

If imported with seeding machinery as a set

Sets including seed and equipment classify by principal function under 8432.

2302.40.01Same rate: 35%

If heat-treated as bran/meal residue

Defatted/processed seed meals shift to Chapter 23 per Chapter 12 heading 1208 notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ISPM 15 compliant wooden pallets for bulk seed shipments to prevent pest introduction

Maintain chain-of-custody records from breeder to importer for variety verification

Test for seed-borne viruses like barley yellow dwarf virus prior to export