Meadow Bromegrass Seeds

Meadow bromegrass (Bromus biebersteinii) hybrid seeds for sowing drought-tolerant forage in meadows and ranges. HTS 1209.29.91.38 covers this 'other' bromegrass variety used exclusively for planting. Often sold in bulk bags for large-scale farm seeding.

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 ryegrass (Lolium) seeds

Ryegrass, though similar forage use, is botanically distinct and listed separately.

3101.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If pre-mixed with fertilizers as sowing blend

Fertilizer-seed mixtures are classified by predominant fertilizer component under heading 3101.

0602.90.20Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If germinated or sprouted for sale

Live plants or sprouting seeds shift to Chapter 6 as other live plants.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include seed lot analysis reports showing less than 1% other crop/weed seeds for smooth customs clearance

Use HS description matching 'seeds of a kind used for sowing' to align with Chapter 12 notes

For coated/inoculated seeds, confirm coating material doesn't trigger chemical treatment classifications