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
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 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