Creeping Bentgrass Seeds (Agrostis stolonifera)
High-quality seeds of creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera), a fine turf grass variety used primarily for sowing on golf course putting greens. Classified under HTS 1209.29.9120 as seeds of bent grass (genus Agrostis) intended for forage and turf establishment. These seeds are selected for their dense growth and tolerance to low mowing heights.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated, pelleted, or treated with fungicides
Treated or processed seeds for sowing fall under subheading 1209.91 rather than untreated forage seeds.
If classified as alfalfa or clover seeds instead
Specific botanical identification determines the forage plant subheading; Agrostis is distinctly bent grass.
If sold as live plants or rooted propagules rather than seeds
Live turf plants or sod plugs are classified in Chapter 6 as other live plants.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify seed purity and germination rates via official test certificates to meet USDA APHIS import requirements for forage seeds
• Include phytosanitary certificates from the exporting country confirming freedom from specified weeds and pests
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring seeds are not treated or pelleted, which may shift to heading 1209.91
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Velvet Bentgrass Seeds (Agrostis canina)
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Polystand Bentgrass Forage Seeds (Agrostis gigantea)
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Highland Bentgrass Seeds (Agrostis castellana)
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