Snowball Cauliflower Seeds

Snowball cauliflower seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) are specifically bred for producing early-maturing, self-blanching cauliflower heads with dense white curds. Classified under HTS 1209.91.10.00 as cauliflower seeds of a kind used for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding vegetable seeds from Chapter 7 when intended for planting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

If treated with fungicides or insecticides

Seeds unfit for sowing due to chemical treatments fall under 'Other' vegetable seeds in 1209.91.80, excluding pure sowing seeds.

0704.10.40Higher: 45% vs 35%

If fresh cauliflower heads rather than seeds

Actual harvested cauliflower vegetables are classified in Chapter 7 as fresh produce, not seeds for sowing.

1212.92.00Same rate: 35%

If in bulk for extractive purposes, not sowing

Seed waste or low-grade lots used for oil extraction or industrial use may classify as seaweed/algae alternatives, but primarily under other residues.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming seeds are free of pests like Alternaria brassicicola specific to brassicas

Declare exact variety and purity percentage on entry docs to match HTS 1209.91.10.00; misdeclaration risks reclassification to Chapter 7

Avoid common pitfall of importing treated seeds without disclosing treatments, which may shift to heading 1209.91.80 if not purely for sowing