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.

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.

1209.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If celery or cress seeds instead

Different vegetable seeds like celery shift to separate 1209.29 subheadings.

2302.40.01Same rate: 35%

If heat-treated for bird feed

Inactivated seeds for animal feed move to Chapter 23 beet/palm kernel residues.

3101.00.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If coated as fertilizer additive

Seed coatings for agricultural fertilizers classify under heading 3101.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include seed lot analysis reports for varietal purity to comply with international seed trade regulations

Check for Small Lots of Seed permit if importing quantities under USDA thresholds

Avoid bulk packaging without origin labeling to prevent quarantine holds

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