Smooth Bromegrass Seeds (Bromus inermis)
Smooth bromegrass seeds (Bromus inermis) are cool-season perennial grass seeds used for sowing in pastures, hayfields, and erosion control areas. They fall under HTS 1209.29.91.37 as seeds of forage plants, specifically the smooth variety of bromegrass, intended for agricultural sowing rather than immediate consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If field grass seeds like orchardgrass or fescue
Other forage grass seeds fall under separate subheadings within 1209.29 based on specific grass type.
If coated or pelleted for sowing
Treated or processed seeds of forage plants may shift to 1209.91 if considered other processed forms.
If mixed with fertilizers for retail sale
Seeds combined with plant growing media or fertilizers are classified as such under Chapter 31, not pure seeds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure seeds meet minimum purity (90%+) and germination (80%+) standards per US seed laws; provide official test certificates
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming freedom from pests like brome rust; declare as 'for sowing' to avoid Chapter 12 exclusions
• Label bags with scientific name (Bromus inermis), variety 'smooth', lot number, and origin to comply with Federal Seed Act
Related Products under HTS 1209.29.91.37
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.
Organic Smooth Bromegrass Seed Lot
Organic smooth bromegrass seeds are grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, ideal for organic livestock forage systems. They are classified in HTS 1209.29.91.37 as smooth bromegrass seeds of forage plants for sowing purposes.
Manitoba Smooth Bromegrass Seed Variety
Manitoba smooth bromegrass is a Canadian-origin variety (Bromus inermis) selected for superior winter hardiness and forage yield. HTS 1209.29.91.37 covers this as smooth bromegrass seeds used for pasture sowing.
Polar Smooth Bromegrass Forage Seed
Polar variety smooth bromegrass seeds excel in northern climates with excellent persistence under grazing. Classified under HTS 1209.29.91.37 for smooth bromegrass as forage plant seeds for sowing.