Curly Kale Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) from Germany
These are seeds of the curly kale variety, specifically Brassica oleracea var. acephala, used for sowing to grow leafy green kale plants. They fall under HTS 1209.91.80.45 as vegetable seeds of the 'other' category, designated for kale, intended exclusively for agricultural planting rather than consumption.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming seed viability and freedom from pests/quarantine issues for US import
• Label packages clearly as 'seeds for sowing' to distinguish from edible seeds under Chapter 12 exclusions
• Verify germination rates >80% as required for sowing seeds; test for erucic acid if contested