Cosmos Flower Seeds from Canada
Cosmos bipinnatus seeds are for tall herbaceous plants producing daisy-like flowers in pink, white, and red hues, ideal for borders. Classified in HTS 1209.30.00.90 as seeds used for sowing flower-producing herbaceous plants per chapter notes. Excluded from vegetable or cereal categories.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like aphids specific to ornamental seeds
• Document end-use as ornamental sowing to prevent reclassification into agricultural production seeds
• Check for state-specific noxious weed lists, as some cosmos varieties may require declarations