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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

1209.91.80Same rate: 25%

If heirloom varieties in other tomato categories

Statistical breaks in 1209.91.80 differentiate tomato seed types.

0602.90.20Lower: 20% vs 25%

If potted as live plants rather than loose seeds

Live vegetable plants/seeds in growth media fall under Chapter 6, not sowing seeds.

2302.40.01Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If processed into defatted seed meals

Chapter note for 1208 excludes residues; processed seeds shift to heading 2302 for bran/meal.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide seed test results for noxious weeds to expedite USDA inspection

• Label as 'heirloom/non-hybrid' accurately to prevent misclassification as treated seeds