Elytrigia intermedia Intermediate Wheatgrass Wild Rye Seed

Intermediate wheatgrass seeds, akin to wild rye varieties, are sown for pasture and range improvement in semi-arid regions. HTS 1209.29.91.76 covers these as other wild rye forage seeds for sowing. They provide high forage yield and drought tolerance for livestock grazing.

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 classified as alfalfa or clover forage seeds instead

Specific legume forage seeds have separate subheadings; wild rye falls under 'other'.

2302.40.01Same rate: 35%

If ground into meal for animal feed

Processed seed meals shift to Chapter 23 residues and feeds, not raw sowing seeds.

1209.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for sugar beet forage seeds

Different forage plant genera have dedicated subheadings within 1209.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare varietal purity to distinguish from related wheatgrass species under forage seed regulations

Use nitrogen-flush packaging for long-distance imports to maintain seed dormancy and viability

Check for endangered species restrictions if sourcing from protected habitats

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