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Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds from Canada

Straight Eight cucumber seeds (Cucumis sativus) are a popular heirloom variety producing uniform, 8-inch dark green cucumbers ideal for slicing and pickling. These seeds are specifically classified under HTS 1209.91.80.40 as vegetable seeds of cucumbers used for sowing, falling within the 'other' category for non-excluded vegetable seeds per Chapter 12 notes.

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 from exporting country authorities confirming seeds are free from pests and diseases specific to cucumbers

Declare exact variety and purity percentage (e.g

98% germination) on commercial invoice to match HTS 1209.91.80.40 classification

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as spice seeds (Chapter 9); cucumber seeds are strictly for vegetable sowing

Straight Eight Cucumber Seeds from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1209.91.80.40