Lacinato Kale Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 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