Lacinato Kale Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia)
Lacinato or dinosaur kale seeds from Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia are premium sowing seeds for growing this Italian heirloom variety with dark, strap-like leaves. Classified under HTS 1209.91.80.45 for kale vegetable seeds used for planting, not excluded Chapter 7 products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported in bulk quantities over specified weights
Subheading distinguishes bulk vs small retail packs; exceeds threshold shifts from .80.45.
If kale parts/leaves used as herbs rather than seeds for sowing
Chapter notes place herbal plants/parts in 1211; seeds for veggie sowing remain in 1209.
If treated as inoculated seed fertilizer
Seeds with fertilizer coatings may classify under Chapter 31 per 1212 exclusions for algae/fertilizers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include variety-specific labels and supplier origin docs to comply with USDA seed import permits
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply fodder use; use retail sowing packets for clear classification
• Conduct noxious weed seed tests per APHIS requirements to prevent import rejections
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Curly Kale Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. acephala)
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.
Red Russian Kale Seeds (Brassica napus var. pabularia)
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Toscano Kale Seeds (Black Kale)
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Winterbor Kale Seeds (Hybrid F1)
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