Leymus triticoides Creeping Wild Rye Seed

Creeping wild rye (Leymus triticoides) seeds are used for sowing in wetland restoration and saline soil reclamation projects. Under HTS 1209.29.91.76 as wild rye seeds of forage plants for sowing. This rhizomatous grass excels in stabilizing streambanks and providing wildlife cover.

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 in raw harvested uncleaned state

Cleaning level determines subheading within forage seeds of 1209.29.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If used as medicinal licorice root substitute

Heading 1211 covers specific medicinal plants; excludes Chapter 12 seeds.

3105.30.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If when coated with diammonium phosphate fertilizer

Fertilizer-coated seeds classify under heading 3105 mineral/chemical fertilizers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain wetland-specific phytosanitary certification for seeds destined for riparian planting

Test for salt tolerance documentation if marketing for saline soil applications

Separate from treated seeds to avoid pesticide residue declarations

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