Cosmos Flower Seeds from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include botanical certification to confirm ornamental use over any edible potential
• Use moisture-proof packaging to maintain viability during ocean freight
• Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for 1211 dried herbs