Pennlate Orchard Grass Seed from China
Pennlate orchard grass seed is a late-maturing variety bred for persistent stands in mixed pastures with legumes. Under HTS 1209.29.91.40, it qualifies as orchard grass forage seeds for sowing due to its use in establishing long-term grazing areas. Known for stem rust resistance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include germination test results (minimum 80% typically required) to confirm sowing viability
• Label with varietal name and lot number; mismatches can lead to detention
• Beware of bulk mixes; pure orchard grass must be separated to claim this specific HTS