Serrano Pepper Seeds

Seeds of serrano peppers (Capsicum annuum) for growing medium-hot chiles in home and field settings. Classified in HTS 1209.91.60.90 as other vegetable pepper seeds for sowing, adhering to Chapter 12 exclusions. High-yield hybrid varieties available.

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.

1209.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If herb seeds like parsley

Other herbage seeds for sowing are in 1209.99, separate from vegetables.

0601.20Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If imported as dormant bulbs

Bulb/similar structures for propagation shift to live plant bulbs in Chapter 6.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Check for IPPC-compliant phytosanitary certificates addressing Thrips palmi

Maintain cold chain if seeds are primed to preserve viability

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