Hulled Orchard Grass Seed for Lawn Mixes

Hulled orchard grass seed has had hulls removed to improve planting density in lawn and turf blends. Still classified under HTS 1209.29.91.40 as orchard grass for sowing, as hulling doesn't change its forage seed purpose per chapter notes. Used in athletic fields and home lawns.

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.

1208.10.00Higher: 36.9% vs 35%

If ground into flour or meal

Chapter notes place defatted flours in 1208; intact hulled seeds remain sowing seeds.

1904.90.01Lower: 31.5% vs 35%

If mixed into prepared food

Sprouted or cooked seeds become food preparations under Chapter 19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify hulling process in invoices; excessive processing could risk reclassification as flour/meal

Comply with Federal Seed Act labeling for interstate sale post-import

Test for weed seeds; orchard grass lots often scrutinized for johnsongrass contamination

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