Certified Smooth Brome (Bromus inermis var. Smooth)

Certified smooth bromegrass seeds from Bromus inermis are high-quality, tested seeds for establishing persistent pastures in temperate climates. Classified under HTS 1209.29.91.37 due to their designation as smooth bromegrass forage seeds used exclusively for sowing.

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.

1209.29Same rate: 35%

If alfalfa or clover forage seeds

Legume forage seeds like alfalfa are in separate 1209.29 provisions from grass seeds.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If dried for herbal or medicinal use, not sowing

Grass seeds not intended for sowing may fall under plants used in pharmacy or perfumery.

2302.40.01Same rate: 35%

If processed into meal or flour

Defatted or partially defatted seed meals shift to heading 1208 or residues in Chapter 23.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) certificate or equivalent for varietal purity

Screen for invasive potential; declare if any bromegrass rust or quackgrass contamination detected

Use vacuum-packed or inert atmosphere packaging to maintain viability during ocean freight import