Corn Hybrid Seed Stock for Plant Breeding from Germany
Hybrid corn seed varieties imported for USDA plant breeding programs to develop drought-resistant strains. Classified under 9808.00.60.00 as planting material exclusively for Department of Agriculture research facilities. Entry requires specific USDA authorization.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure USDA-APHIS PPQ 526 permit before shipment; include research project number on documentation; seeds must be shipped directly to designated USDA facilities