Alberta Meadow Bromegrass Seed from China
Alberta meadow bromegrass seeds (Bromus biebersteinii 'Alberta') are imported under HTS 1209.29.91.36 for sowing in North American forage systems. Known for winter hardiness and regrowth, they're ideal for intensive grazing. This HTS captures the meadow brome specificity within forage seeds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide proof of origin from approved seed production regions to satisfy import permits
• Test for endophyte fungi presence, as it affects livestock safety declarations
• Label clearly as 'pure seed for sowing' to distinguish from mixtures