Red Clover Seeds for Sowing

Certified red clover (Trifolium pratense) seeds intended for sowing in pasture and hay production as a forage legume. Falls under HTS 1209.29.91 as 'other' forage plant seeds used for sowing, distinct from specific clover exclusions in the hierarchy.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.25.00Same rate: 35%

If classified specifically as clover seeds

Certain clover varieties may fall under the explicit 'clover seeds' subheading 1209.25 if not deemed 'other forage'.

0713.10.40Same rate: 35%

If dried and suitable for food use

Dried leguminous seeds like clover for human consumption move to Chapter 7 as vegetables, not Chapter 12 sowing seeds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include invoices specifying varietal purity to comply with Federal Seed Act labeling

โ€ข Avoid bulk packaging that suggests feed use, which could shift to 2302 or 1209.90

โ€ข Test for weed seeds to meet state noxious weed regulations during importation

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Alfalfa Seeds for Sowing

High-quality alfalfa (Medicago sativa) seeds specifically packaged and treated for agricultural sowing to produce forage crops. Classified under HTS 1209.29.91 as seeds of forage plants (other than clover or fescue) used for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding certain leguminous vegetables or cereals.

Timothy Grass Seeds for Sowing

Timothy grass (Phleum pratense) seeds for sowing in hayfields and pastures, providing high-yield forage. HTS 1209.29.91 covers these as other forage plant seeds used for sowing, per chapter notes distinguishing from cereals or non-sowing products.

Orchard Grass Seeds for Sowing

Orchard grass (Dactylis glomerata) seeds packaged for sowing in mixed pastures for livestock forage. Classified in 1209.29.91 as other forage seeds for sowing, excluding those under specific grass or legume headings.

Birdsfoot Trefoil Seeds for Sowing

Birdsfoot trefoil (Lotus corniculatus) legume seeds for sowing in erosion-control pastures and forage mixes. HTS 1209.29.91 applies to these other forage plant seeds designated for agricultural sowing.

Ryegrass Forage Seeds for Sowing

Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) seeds for sowing in forage pastures, valued for quick establishment. Under 1209.29.91 as other forage seeds for sowing, distinct from fescue or clover specifics.

Vetch Forage Seeds for Sowing

Common vetch (Vicia sativa) seeds for sowing as a cover crop and forage legume in rotations. HTS 1209.29.91 includes these as other forage plant seeds for sowing, per chapter exclusions for non-vetch lupines.