Bermudagrass Seed from Canada
Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon) seeds for warm-season forage and turf in southern climates. Classified in HTS 1209.29.91.79 as other grass seeds of forage plants for sowing, per heading 1209 notes. Often hulled for better germination in pastures.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Screen for smut and rust pathogens via pre-shipment testing to expedite APHIS release
• Label with percentage of coated vs uncoated seeds for accurate duty computation
• Bulk imports require seed treatment declarations if from high-risk regions