White Spear Parsnip Seeds

White Spear parsnip seeds yield smooth, white-skinned roots prized for culinary uses like roasting. Under HTS 1209.91.80.54, these are parsnip vegetable seeds for sowing, not falling under exclusions like Heading 1211 for herbs. Organic-certified versions are available for sustainable farming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

If pumpkin/squash seeds

Pumpkin and squash seeds are listed separately under 1209.91.8060 for other vegetable seeds.

0714.90Lower: 18.3% vs 35%

If dried parsnip roots, not seeds

Dried leguminous or vegetable roots (if applicable) go to Chapter 7, subheading 0714.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If chemically treated as preparations

Seeds heavily treated with chemicals may classify as chemical preparations under Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

For organic imports, provide NOP-equivalent certificates to claim preferential duty treatment

Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg without stabilization data, as it risks viability claims

Cross-check against EU seed regulations if transshipping, for consistent classification