Forsythia Bush Seeds

Seeds from Forsythia suspensa, a deciduous shrub used for early spring blooms, packaged for sowing. HTS 1209.99.20.00 applies to shrub seeds for sowing purposes.

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.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If parts used for extraction, not sowing

Chapter excludes non-sowing; stems/leaves go to 1211.

1209.99Same rate: 35%

If palm or date seeds

Specific subheading 1209.99.40 for palm/date separates from other trees/shrubs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Stratify seeds pre-import if required, with proof for customs viability checks

Avoid bulk packaging that could be mistaken for non-sowing material

Comply with CITES if rare forsythia variants are involved