Share:

Organic Italian Ryegrass Cover Crop Seeds

Certified organic Lolium multiflorum seeds for no-till cover cropping to prevent soil erosion. Falls under HTS 1209.25.00 as untreated rye grass seeds of a kind used for sowing, with organic status noted separately for certification. Promotes soil health in sustainable farming.

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%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

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

1209.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If vegetable sowing seeds like beets

1209.99 for other sowing seeds; Chapter note excludes vegetables but ryegrass as forage stays in 1209.25.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Attach USDA NOP or EU organic certificates; mismatches lead to denial of organic claims at entry

• Avoid treated wood pallets to maintain organic integrity during shipping

• Test for pesticide residues; even trace amounts disqualify organic status

Related Products under HTS 1209.25.00

Perennial Ryegrass Seeds (Lolium perenne)

High-quality perennial ryegrass seeds of the species Lolium perenne, used primarily for sowing lawns, pastures, and turf areas. These seeds fall under HTS 1209.25.00 as they are specifically classified as rye grass seeds of a kind used for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding cereals or other specified products. They are coated for improved germination and pest resistance.

Italian Ryegrass Seeds (Lolium multiflorum)

Annual Italian ryegrass seeds (Lolium multiflorum Lam.) designed for quick-establishing cover crops and temporary pastures. Classified under HTS 1209.25.00 due to explicit inclusion of Lolium multiflorum as rye grass seeds for sowing, distinct from vegetable or cereal seeds per Chapter 12 exclusions. Often sold in bulk for agricultural overseeding.

Coated Perennial Ryegrass Lawn Seed Mix

Inoculated and coated perennial ryegrass seeds (Lolium perenne) for premium lawn establishment, with lime coating for soil pH balance. Remains under HTS 1209.25.00 as coating does not change the classification of rye grass seeds used for sowing, per general HTS rules for unprepared seeds. Ideal for golf courses and home lawns.

Certified Tetraploid Italian Ryegrass Seeds

Tetraploid variety of Lolium multiflorum seeds, certified for high yield in forage production, used for sowing silage pastures. HTS 1209.25.00 applies directly to Lolium multiflorum Lam. seeds for sowing, regardless of ploidy, as per botanical classification in the heading description. Provides superior digestibility for livestock.

Endophyte-Free Perennial Ryegrass Pasture Seeds

Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) seeds bred free of endophyte fungus for safer livestock grazing pastures. Classified in HTS 1209.25.00 as rye grass seeds for sowing; endophyte status affects agronomic value but not tariff heading per Chapter 12. Enhances animal health in forage systems.

Marshall Perennial Ryegrass Turf Seeds

Marshall variety Lolium perenne seeds selected for wear-tolerant turf on sports fields. HTS 1209.25.00 covers all perennial ryegrass seeds for sowing, with varietal names not affecting classification. Fine leaf texture for overseeding warm-season grasses.