Scotts Turf Builder Bermuda Grass Seed from China
Premium coated Bermuda grass seed blend specifically for sowing new lawns or overseeding, featuring hulled Cynodon dactylon seeds with enhanced germination properties. Classified under HTS 1209.29.91.26 as other Bermuda grass seeds of a kind used for sowing, distinct from fescue or ryegrass varieties. Meets forage plant seed criteria for agricultural turf establishment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify seed purity and germination certificates from supplier to comply with USDA APHIS import regulations
• Ensure packaging clearly labels as 'for sowing' to avoid reclassification under heading 1209 exclusions
• Test for weed seed contamination to prevent quarantine issues at ports