Tifway 419 Bermuda Grass Seed

Vegetatively propagated but seed-propagated Tifway 419 Bermuda grass seeds for golf course fairways and sports fields. HTS 1209.29.91.26 applies to this other Bermuda grass variety used for sowing as forage/turf seed. Excludes non-sowing uses or cereal grains per Chapter notes.

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.

1209.29.91Same rate: 35%

If explicitly labeled as Tifway hybrid

Hybrid Bermuda grass seeds have a dedicated subheading separate from generic 'other'.

0602.90.40.00Lower: 21% vs 35%

If sold as live plants or rooted sprigs rather than seeds

Live turfgrass plants or propagules classify under Chapter 6 for other live plants.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit PPQ Form 525 for small lots under APHIS seed permit program

Label with lot number, purity percentage, and origin to facilitate CBP inspection

Beware of misdeclaration as landscape material leading to higher duties