Red Russian Kale Seeds (Brassica napus var. pabularia) from China
Cold-hardy Red Russian kale seeds (Brassica napus var. pabularia) are used for sowing to produce tender, purple-veined kale leaves. HTS 1209.91.80.45 applies as 'kale' vegetable seeds for sowing, distinct from cereals or spices per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Register with USDA for small lots if under 12 lots/year; larger require full permits
• Document low glucosinolate levels if low-erucic variety to prevent reclass to oilseeds
• Separate from legume seeds to avoid Chapter 7 overlap pitfalls