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Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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Products classified under HTS 1209.30.00
Zinnia Flower Seeds
Zinnia seeds (Zinnia elegans) are herbaceous plant seeds primarily cultivated for their vibrant, daisy-like flowers in various colors. They fall under HTS 1209.30.00 as seeds of herbaceous plants grown mainly for ornamental flowers, used for sowing in gardens or fields. These seeds produce annual plants popular for cut flowers and borders.
Marigold Flower Seeds
Marigold seeds (Tagetes spp.) from herbaceous plants cultivated for their bright orange and yellow flowers, used in gardens, borders, and as companion plants. Classified under HTS 1209.30.00 for flower seeds intended for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding non-sowing uses. Popular for pest-repellent properties in ornamental beds.
Sunflower Flower Seeds
Ornamental sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus dwarf varieties) for herbaceous plants grown principally for large, showy flowers in gardens. HTS 1209.30.00 applies to sowing seeds of flower-cultivated herbaceous plants, distinct from oilseed or birdseed types in 1206. Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator gardens.
Cosmos Flower Seeds
Cosmos seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus) from tall herbaceous plants prized for daisy-like pink, white, and purple flowers in wildflower mixes. Under HTS 1209.30.00 as seeds for sowing herbaceous ornamentals, excluded from vegetable or spice categories per notes. Drought-tolerant annuals for meadows and bouquets.
Nasturtium Flower Seeds
Nasturtium seeds (Tropaeolum majus) for herbaceous climbers with edible flowers and leaves, but principally cultivated for vivid orange-red blossoms. HTS 1209.30.00 covers sowing seeds of flower-focused herbaceous plants, per chapter exclusions. Used in hanging baskets and edible landscapes.
Petunia Flower Seeds
Petunia seeds (Petunia x hybrida) from herbaceous bedding plants famous for trumpet-shaped flowers in every color. Classified HTS 1209.30.00 for seeds used in sowing ornamental herbaceous flowers, greenhouse or garden production. F1 hybrids prized for uniformity.
Impatiens Flower Seeds
Impatiens seeds (Impatiens walleriana) for shade-loving herbaceous plants with flat colorful flowers, staple in annual beds. HTS 1209.30.00 for sowing seeds principally for flowers, New Guinea varieties included. Disease-resistant strains common.
Salvia Flower Seeds
Salvia seeds (Salvia splendens) herbaceous perennials grown as annuals for scarlet flower spikes attracting hummingbirds. Under HTS 1209.30.00 as ornamental flower sowing seeds, culinary salvia excluded. Meadow sage varieties popular.
Ageratum Flower Seeds
Ageratum seeds (Ageratum houstonianum) for low-growing herbaceous plants with fluffy blue flowers, edging favorite. HTS 1209.30.00 sowing seeds for flower production, heat-tolerant varieties. Butterfly attractant.
Lobelia Flower Seeds
Lobelia seeds (Lobelia erinus) herbaceous trailing plants for cascading blue flowers in containers. Classified HTS 1209.30.00 for ornamental flower sowing, excluding medicinal lobelia per notes. Compact varieties standard.
Verbena Flower Seeds
Verbena seeds (Verbena x hybrida) for spreading herbaceous plants with clustered flowers in hot colors. HTS 1209.30.00 as flower sowing seeds, trailing types for baskets. Mildew-resistant modern.
Dianthus Flower Seeds
Dianthus seeds (Dianthus barbatus sweet william) biennial herbaceous for multicolored flower clusters. Under 1209.30.00 sowing for flowers, pinks/carnations. Fragrant cottage garden.
Gaillardia Flower Seeds
Blanket flower seeds (Gaillardia x grandiflora) native herbaceous perennials for daisy flowers, drought tolerant. HTS 1209.30.00 ornamental sowing, pollinator favorite. Self-seeding.
Rudbeckia Flower Seeds
Black-eyed Susan seeds (Rudbeckia fulgida) herbaceous perennials for golden flowers with dark centers. 1209.30.00 sowing seeds principally flowers, coneflower related. Wildlife gardens.
Coreopsis Flower Seeds
Tickseed seeds (Coreopsis tinctoria) annual herbaceous for yellow daisy flowers, easy grower. HTS 1209.30.00 flower sowing seeds, threadleaf varieties. Naturalizing.