Beefsteak Tomato Seeds
High-yield hybrid seeds for Beefsteak tomatoes, known for their large, juicy fruits ideal for slicing and salads. Classified under HTS 1209.91.80.70 as tomato seeds specifically used for sowing vegetable crops. These are untreated seeds packaged for agricultural planting.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If seeds of a different tomato variety like cherry or grape
HTS 1209.91.80 splits tomato seeds into specific subcategories based on variety; 80.70 is for certain types while 80.80 covers others.
If processed into dried herb or spice form
Chapter note excludes products of Chapter 9 like spices; heading 1211 covers plants and parts for medicinal or other uses, not sowing seeds.
If mixed with fertilizers or sold as inoculated seed treatments
Heading 1212 note excludes seaweed/algae fertilizers, but Chapter 31 covers general fertilizers; sowing seeds lose 1209 classification if treated as fertilizer products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from the exporting country confirming seeds are free from pests and diseases per USDA APHIS requirements
• Declare seed variety and purity percentage on entry documents to avoid reclassification or penalties
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as spice seeds (Chapter 9), which excludes them from heading 1209
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Cherry Tomato Seeds
Compact hybrid cherry tomato seeds producing sweet, bite-sized fruits perfect for snacking or salads. Falls under HTS 1209.91.80.70 as other tomato vegetable seeds intended for sowing. Packaged in small quantities for home gardeners and commercial farms.
Grape Tomato Seeds
Sweet, elongated grape tomato seeds for prolific cluster production in containers or fields. HTS 1209.91.80.70 covers these as other tomato vegetable seeds for sowing. Disease-resistant hybrids available.
Sungold Tomato Seeds
Sweet cherry-type Sungold tomato seeds for golden, tropical-flavored fruits. HTS 1209.91.80.70 applies to these indeterminate vine seeds for sowing. Container-friendly.
Roma Tomato Seeds
Paste-type Roma tomato seeds for plum-shaped fruits used in sauces and canning. HTS 1209.91.80.70 applies to these as other vegetable seeds of tomatoes for sowing purposes. Determinate growth habit suits mechanical harvesting.
Heirloom Brandywine Tomato Seeds
Open-pollinated heirloom seeds for the classic Brandywine tomato, prized for superior flavor in beefsteak size. Classified in HTS 1209.91.80.70 as tomato seeds for vegetable sowing. Popular among organic and heritage gardeners.
San Marzano Tomato Seeds
Authentic Italian San Marzano tomato seeds for elongated paste tomatoes with thick flesh. Under HTS 1209.91.80.70 as tomato seeds for vegetable sowing. PDO heritage variety for premium sauces.