Purple Top White Globe Turnip Seeds
These are hybrid seeds of the Purple Top White Globe turnip variety (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa), specifically bred for sowing to produce turnip roots and greens. Classified under HTS 1209.91.80.74 as turnip seeds used for sowing, fitting Chapter 12 note for vegetable seeds intended for agricultural planting. They yield the characteristic globe-shaped roots with purple shoulders and white flesh.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically enumerated as turnip
Other unspecified vegetable seeds fall under the residual 1209.91.8080 subheading.
If turnips are fresh or chilled roots
Harvested turnip roots are classified as fresh vegetables in Chapter 7, not seeds.
If processed or treated for non-sowing use
Seeds not intended for sowing may shift to Chapter 12 heading 1212 for other vegetable products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming seeds are free of pests and diseases specific to brassicas
• Verify seed purity and germination rates via lab testing to meet USDA APHIS import standards
• Label packets clearly as 'for sowing' to prevent reclassification under fresh vegetable headings
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Shogoin Turnip Seeds
Shogoin turnip seeds (Brassica rapa var. shogoin) are Japanese heirloom variety used for sowing to grow flat-rooted turnips ideal for greens and pickling. They fall under HTS 1209.91.80.74 as turnip vegetable seeds for sowing per Chapter 12 definitions. Excludes non-sowing uses or Chapter 7 fresh produce.
Golden Ball Turnip Seeds
Golden Ball turnip seeds produce yellow-fleshed, sweet roots for sowing in home gardens. HTS 1209.91.80.74 covers these as other turnip seeds for sowing, distinct from cereals or spices per Chapter notes. Ideal for organic farming due to bolt resistance.
Hakurei Turnip Seeds
Hakurei hybrid turnip seeds yield tender, salad-type white roots for quick sowing cycles. Classified in HTS 1209.91.80.74 as turnip seeds for vegetable production, excluding medicinal or spice uses. Popular for farmers' markets and CSA boxes.
Tokyo Market Turnip Seeds
Tokyo Market turnip seeds (Brassica rapa) are for sowing small, sweet turnips eaten fresh or cooked. HTS 1209.91.80.74 applies to these other vegetable turnip seeds for sowing. Not for fresh roots or processed goods.
Market Express Turnip Seeds
Fast-maturing Market Express turnip seeds for baby turnips sown in succession plantings. Under HTS 1209.91.80.74 as other turnip vegetable seeds for sowing. Suited for commercial fields.
White Egg Turnip Seeds
White Egg turnip seeds produce oval white roots for sowing in heirloom gardens. HTS 1209.91.80.74 designates these turnip seeds as vegetable sowing material. Heritage variety from Europe.