Marigold Flower Seeds from Mexico
Tagetes erecta marigold seeds produce bushy herbaceous plants with bright golden-orange pom-pom flowers, used in gardens and as companion plants. HTS 1209.30.00.90 covers these as seeds for herbaceous flowers, aligning with chapter definition excluding spices or vegetables. Popular for pest-repellent borders.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include lot-specific test results for germination over 65% to comply with interstate commerce standards
• Separate shipments from edible seed mixes to avoid blending with Chapter 12 exclusions
• Declare varietal names accurately, as French vs African marigolds may have different regulatory scrutiny