Kohlrabi Sowing Seeds
High-quality kohlrabi seeds (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes) specifically selected for planting in vegetable gardens or farms. These seeds are untreated and intended solely for sowing to produce kohlrabi bulbs. Classified under HTS 1209.91.80.47 as vegetable seeds of kohlrabi used for sowing, per Chapter 12 notes excluding vegetables of Chapter 7.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically kohlrabi but other minor vegetable seeds
HTS 1209.91.8080 covers other vegetable seeds excluding those enumerated like kohlrabi; used when variety doesn't match .47 subheading.
If dried for human consumption rather than sowing
Dried vegetable seeds for food use fall under Chapter 7 as leguminous vegetables or dried vegetables, not Chapter 12 sowing seeds.
If mixed with fodder crop seeds for animal forage sowing
Seeds of forage plants like grasses shift to 1209.99, as Chapter notes distinguish vegetable seeds from herbage or fodder seeds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming seeds are free of pests and diseases specific to Brassica crops
• Provide proof of sowing intent (e.g
• invoices labeling as 'for planting') to avoid reclassification as food products under Chapter 7
• Test for germination rates above 80% as required by US seed import laws; declare purity levels to prevent customs holds
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Organic Kohlrabi Seeds - Early White Vienna
Certified organic seeds of the Early White Vienna kohlrabi variety, packaged for home gardeners and small farms. These non-GMO seeds yield crisp, mild bulbs and are primed for high germination. Falls under HTS 1209.91.80.47 as kohlrabi vegetable seeds for sowing, distinct from processed or food-use seeds.
Purple Kohlrabi Seeds - Gigante Variety
Gigante purple kohlrabi seeds designed for large bulb production in temperate climates, ideal for market gardeners. These are raw, uncoated seeds for direct sowing. Classified in HTS 1209.91.80.47 for kohlrabi vegetable seeds for sowing purposes.
Heirloom Kohlrabi Seeds - Czech Heirloom
Rare Czech heirloom kohlrabi seeds, open-pollinated for preserving genetic diversity in sustainable farming. Ideal for organic and heritage seed savers. HTS 1209.91.80.47 covers these as traditional kohlrabi vegetable seeds for sowing.
Hybrid Kohlrabi F1 Seeds - Kolibri Variety
F1 hybrid kohlrabi seeds of the Kolibri variety, offering uniform purple bulbs with excellent bolt resistance for commercial growers. Packed in bulk for field sowing. HTS 1209.91.80.47 applies as these are kohlrabi seeds used for sowing, not excluded cereals or spices.
Treated Kohlrabi Seeds - Thiram Fungicide
Kohlrabi seeds treated with Thiram fungicide to protect against damping-off during germination, for professional agriculture. Treatment doesn't alter seed classification. HTS 1209.91.80.47 as kohlrabi seeds for sowing, provided not converted to medicaments.
Pelleted Kohlrabi Seeds - Precision Planting
Clay-pelleted kohlrabi seeds for precision vacuum planting in mechanical seeders, improving spacing in commercial fields. Pelleting aids handling but seed remains principal article. Under HTS 1209.91.80.47 for kohlrabi sowing seeds.