Kabocha Squash Seeds

Japanese kabocha squash seeds (Cucurbita maxima) bred for dense, sweet flesh when planted. Under HTS 1209.91.80.60 for squash vegetable sowing seeds, per exclusion of harvested forms. Popular in Asian markets.

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%

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1209.91.80Same rate: 35%

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Import Tips & Compliance

Align with FPPA (Federal Plant Pest Act) via PPQ Form 525 for permit

Test humidity levels pre-shipment to ensure >80% viability on arrival

Avoid 'seedless' varietal claims unless genetically verified

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