Smooth Bromegrass Seeds (Bromus inermis) from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

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

Smooth Bromegrass Seeds (Bromus inermis) from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1209.29.91.37