Perennial Ryegrass Seed from Japan
Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) seeds for establishing quick-germinating forage pastures and turf. Falls under HTS 1209.29.91.79 as other grass seeds used for sowing forage plants, distinct from cereals or excluded items per chapter notes. Ideal for overseeding and high-traffic lawns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Include lot analysis reports for varietal purity (>90%) to meet forage seed import standards
• Declare net weight accurately, excluding inert matter, to prevent undervaluation penalties
• Test for noxious weed seeds to comply with Federal Seed Act; bulk shipments often trigger inspection