Hydroponic Wheatgrass Starter Seeds from China
Pre-cleaned wheatgrass seeds optimized for hydroponic tray sowing in indoor forage or microgreen production. HTS 1209.29.91.74 applies to these 'other' wheatgrass forage seeds designated for planting, not food-grade grains. Chapter notes confirm exclusion of Chapter 10 processed forms.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Specify hydroponic end-use on commercial invoice to justify sowing classification over food prep
• Test for moisture content below 12% to meet international seed storage standards
• Use airtight foil pouches for small retail packs to preserve viability during ocean freight