Petunia Hybrid Seeds 'Wave Series' from Japan
These are hybrid petunia seeds from the Wave series, specifically bred for their trailing growth and vibrant flowers, used primarily for sowing in gardens and containers. They fall under HTS 1209.30.0010 as seeds of herbaceous plants cultivated principally for their flowers, namely petunia, intended for sowing. Petunias are classic annual bedding plants grown for ornamental display.
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
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming seed viability and freedom from pests like tobacco thrips, required for US importation
• Declare exact varietal name and purity percentage on entry documents to avoid reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as vegetable seeds, which shifts to Chapter 7 exclusions